Colon cancer is generally a preventable cancer, if caught early. It is important to have regular screenings and follow ups.

One in 22 men and 1 in 25 women may develop colon cancer in their lifetime according to the American Cancer Society. Colon cancer is the third leading diagnosis cancer and second leading diagnosis leading to cancer death in both men and women in the United States. With a high quality colonoscopy you can decrease your risk by up to 90 percent.

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