Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in both men and women. It is the second deadliest form of cancer and Ontario has one of the highest rates in the world*. Colorectal cancer, often referred to as "bowel cancer", includes cancer of the large intestine and rectum.

Over 90 % of colorectal cancers can be prevented or successfully treated if detected early. A simple fecal occult blood test (FOBT) could save your life. Adopting a healthy lifestyle over the long term may lower your risk of developing colorectal cancer.

The following links give more details to specific questions you may have related to colorectal cancer:

Colorectal Cancer Screen Tests

Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Colonoscopy
Barium Enema

Test Your Knowledge

*Source: Cancer Care Ontario, 2007.

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