Regular screening tests can be a life saver

Screening saves lives
Make no mistake about it – screening saves lives. Whether it's the mammogram to screen for breast cancer or the fecal immunochemical test (FIT) for colorectal cancer, tests have the potential to detect abnormalities early – early enough that you can do something about it.

Research shows that when colorectal cancer is caught early, 90% of individuals receive successful treatment.

Implementing a screening program
The success rate of screening has prompted provincial and federal government committees, as well as cancer advocacy groups, to implement province-wide colorectal screening programs. 

While there are some differences from province to province, many will screen individuals aged 50 to 74 with an FIT every 2 years. Eligible individuals can request to be enrolled in a screening program or referred by a health care provider. In certain provinces, people may be automatically enrolled after turning 50 and will have invitations or testing kits sent out to them.

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