About.com Health: Do You Need to be Screened?

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. If you're over age 50 or have risk factors and haven't yet been screened, it may be time to talk to your doctor. Do You Need to be Screened? Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women, and screening is one of the best ways to prevent it. See More About:  colon cancer screening guidelines  colonoscopy  sigmoidoscopy Risk Factors for Colon Cancer While researchers don't know the exact cause of colon cancer, they have identified a handful of factors that can increase your risk. Consider this yet another reason why it's essential to know your family's medical history. IBD and Colon Cancer Risk See More About:  colon cancer risk factors  colon cancer symptoms  colon cancer screening Ease Your Fear of a Colonoscopy Sure, getting a colonoscopy probably ranks right up there on the fun scale with a root canal. But learning about the procedure in advance can help quell the fear of the unknown. What Happens During a Colonoscopy? See More About:  colonoscopy  flexible sigmoidoscopy  fecal occult blood test Top 10 Ways to Prevent Cancer It may be a lot easier than you think. Eating Right for Cancer Prevention Does Meat Cause Colon Cancer? See More About:  cancer risk factors  cancer causes  smoking cessation Health Ads Health Public Health Reform Health Screening UK Department of Health Almonds Health Risks Featured Articles Managing Food Allergies Aestheticians Can Help Acne Phytosterols and Cholesterol The Facts About Immunization Meditate for Better Sleep? Barefoot Running Shoes   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Check Your Symptoms Advertisement