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    45 is the new 50, but we still have work to do

    While more than 20 million additional people will be able to get a preventive colorectal cancer screening, most at no cost, this change will not catch every colorectal cancer. We still have work to do.

    COVID-19 Impact on Colonoscopy Screening 
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    COVID-19 impact on colonoscopy screening 

    A study this month by the Alliance of Community Health Plans and Academy of Managed Care Pharmacies shows that due to concerns about the COVID-19 virus Americans have altered their use of traditional health services with many delaying necessary care.

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    Q&A with Dr. Andrew Albert

    Dr. Andrew Albert—recently named by StreetWise as one of the “2018 Most Inspiring Chicagoans” for his work launching the grassroots awareness campaign #backoffcoloncancer—offers his thoughts on colorectal cancer screening.

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    Healthcare guidelines: What are they and why do they matter?

    Early in 2018, the American Cancer Society (ACS) lowered its recommended colorectal cancer screening start age from 50 to 45. The news made the popular headlines and may have prompted the question:What is the ACS and why do these recommendations matter? These are important questions to ask. As healthcare consumers, you’re encouraged to know your options and empower yourselves with updated and balanced information.

    Do you know your options?
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    Do you know your options?

    When it comes to advocating for your health, understanding available options and what makes the most sense for your lifestyle, is key. An educated decision is always best.

    Update: Cologuard Stool DNA Screening Test
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    Update: Cologuard stool DNA screening test

    This month, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued its final National Coverage Decision for Cologuard, making it the first FDA-approved stool DNA test for the detection of colon cancer and precancer covered for Medicare patients throughout the country.

    Jen Waller: After the viral video
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    Jen Waller: After the viral video

    Around her 32nd birthday, Jen Waller started noticing symptoms associated with colorectal cancer, including abdominal pain, weight loss, and irregularity with bowel movements.

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