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It is

essential

to get screened
for colon cancer.

COLORECTAL
Did you know?

CANCER
Sometimes abnormal growths,
called polyps, form in the colon
or rectum. Over time, some polyps
may turn into cancer. Screening is the second leading
tests can find polyps so they can cancer killer….
be removed before turning into
cancer. Screening also helps find
colorectal cancer at an early but it doesn’t have to be.
stage, when treatment often
OVER 45?
leads to a cure.
GET SCREENED FOR
Some studies suggest that people
may reduce their risk of COLORECTAL CANCER
developing colorectal cancer by Make the call today to see
increasing physical activity,
limiting alcohol consumption, if you are eligible for our
NO COST screening program.
and avoiding tobacco.

Overall, the most effective way
Let us help you get your colonoscopy!
to reduce your risk of colorectal
cancer is by having regular For more information, call the Caroline
colorectal cancer screening County Health Department at 410-479-8080.
tests beginning at age 45.
FUNDED BY MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH CIGARETTE RESTITUTION FUND

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