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These tables provide a history of ACS guideline recommendations for the early detection of certain types of cancer.
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Medicare is a government-funded health insurance program. It pays for certain services for preventive health care and to find cancer early.
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The American Cancer Society supports policies that give all people access to and coverage of early detection screening for cancer. Learn about coverage laws here.
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The American Cancer Society offers flexible administrative & clerical volunteer opportunities that work with your schedule. Make a difference today
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Are you wary of colonoscopies? Don’t let that keep you from getting checked for colorectal cancer. There are several options for tests, and one of them might be right for you.
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Carcinoid tumors usually grow and spread slowly, and can often be found before they cause any problems. Learn more here.
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Screening means having a test that looks for cancer or another disease in people who don’t have any symptoms.
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Some colorectal screening tests mainly look for cancer, while others can find both polyps and cancer. Learn about the different types of screening tests here.
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In case of symptoms or an abnormal test, more testing can help find out if it's cancer. Learn about gastrointestinal carcinoid tumors diagnosis tests here.
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Colorectal Cancer
Facts &
Figures
Special Edition 2005
Table of Contents
Preface 1
What is colorectal cancer? 2
How many cases and deaths are estimated to occur in 2005? 3
Who gets colorectal cancer? 3
How has the occurrence of colorectal cancer ...