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Save butts, Save lives

Take the pledge and help reach 60% screened for colorectal cancer.

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24,100

Canadians will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023

66

Canadians will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer every day

90%

treatable & curable if detected in its early stages

Canadian guidelines recommend that average risk * individuals aged 50-74, be screened every 2 years for colorectal cancer via a FIT (stool test).

This is a simple procedure that can be done in the comfort of one’s own home. However, less than 60% of Canadians (50-74 yrs) partake in this screening, despite most provinces and territories having provincial screening programs. As such we are calling out to all organizations to partner with us to help raise awareness and attain an objective of 60% screened within the target population in communities across the country.

By taking the pledge you will help spread the message within your organization so that no Canadian is diagnosed or dies of colorectal cancer due to a lack of awareness.

*average risk: People aged 50-74 with no symptoms and no previous personal or family history or related syndromes.

Every person you tell about colorectal cancer screening is another potential life saved!

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About The Colorectal Cancer Coalition

The Canadian Colorectal Cancer Coalition was created by a shared desire to reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer across Canada. Comprising members from varied backgrounds, such as public health agencies, professional associations, health care professionals, community organizations patient groups, and more, our mission is to amplify prevention and awareness efforts. Together, we want to create stronger relationships with communities and achieve a nationwide colorectal cancer screening rate of at least 60%.

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