This handout compares the most common methods of CRC screening and the sensitivity and specificity of each.
Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) develops medically-reviewed resources on colon and rectal cancers so patients and their families can make informed decisions about their healthcare. Fight CRC has information about colorectal cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship in their Patient Resource Library.
For more information about utilizing the ACS resources or to request printed copies of these flyers, please contact Allie Bain at allie.bain@cancer.org
Information on the following topics can be found in the ACS website:Ā
Causes, risk factors, and prevention
Early detection, diagnosis, and staging
Treatment
After treatment
Colorectal Cancer Screening Method Videos
Colonoscopy - EnglishĀ
Colonoscopy - SpanishĀ
FIT - EnglishĀ
FIT - Spanish
DNA-FIT (Cologuard) - EnglishĀ
DNA-FIT (Cologuard) - SpanishĀ
ACS Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines 2022
ACS Cancer Screening Recommendations 2022
Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines
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Colorectal Cancer: Catch It Early & Reduce Your Risk
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You Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer
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The following resources for patients can be found in the ACG website:Ā
Social media graphicsĀ
Handouts and brochuresĀ
Infographics
Rack cards
Social Media GraphicsĀ
Other MaterialsĀ
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CDCās Screen for Life: National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign informs people about the importance of colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 50. Campaign development is based on an extensive review of communication and behavioral science literature.
Patients, family members and caregivers, survivors, and research and clinical professionals dedicated to ending colorectal cancer in our lifetime use this site to find news, information and the answers needed to keep advancing research, treatments and prevention.Ā
Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer among Native people, and the second leading cause of cancer death. There are usually no symptoms until itās too late; regular screenings can detect polyps in the colon early, before they turn into cancer.Ā
A joint initiative with the goal of eliminating barriers to screening in targeted populations. They focus on promoting awareness of colorectal cancer and screening among people of all ages.
Screening Saves Lives
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Preventative vs. Diagnostic Services
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Test Comparison
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How to Prep for Your Colonoscopy
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How to Prep for Your FIT Test
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Tips for Talking to Your Doctor
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"Get screened. No butts about it."
Trust Your Gut Colorado puts an emphasis on early detection, knowing your family history and risks, and awareness of early onset colorectal cancer.Ā
Created by:
Information and resources about activities UMC implemented for CRC Awareness Month in March 2020.Ā
Screening Can Help Save Your Life
Colorectal cancer doesn't care how old you are
How you can help end this disease
CDC Screen for Life Screening Brochures
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CDC Extended Brochure
CDC Screening Test at a Glance
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CDC Resumen de Informacion de Las Pruebas de Deteccion
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CDC Which test is for you?
Ā English Brochure
CDC Cual de Las Pruebas es la Mas Adecuada Para Usted?
Spanish Brochure
Colon Cancer Coalition - About and SymptomsĀ
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Colon Cancer Coalition - Screening 101
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Colon Cancer Coalition - Screening Flowchart
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Colon Cancer Coalition - Easy Sharing Spanish Info CardsĀ
CDC Risk Factors and Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
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CRC Guidelines-Risk Categories
Am I at Risk?
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Mandarin
Patient History
Family Health Tree English
Family Health Tree Spanish
Symptoms Diary English
Symptoms Diary Spanish