Behind the Screen

Colon cancer screening education

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Why Colon Cancer Awareness Month matters

Learn more about this nationwide campaign that shines a spotlight on education, prevention, and the importance of timely colon cancer screenings.

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So you want to use a Cologuard® test

Simple to use, noninvasive, no downtime, and no prep needed.

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Colonoscopy alternatives: know your options

Is there a way to screen for colon cancer without undergoing a colonoscopy?

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How common is colon cancer?

Learn about the prevalence and severity of colon cancer, especially the rise in cases among young adults.

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Understanding Your Cologuard® Test Results

Learn what a positive or negative Cologuard® test result means, what the test can and cannot tell you, and what steps to take next.

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The Cologuard test doctor reviews

Learn why many healthcare providers recommend Cologuard® for average-risk adults 45 and older and what they say about its role in screening.

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10 colon cancer myths and misconceptions

Learn the truth about colon cancer as we debunk its myths and misconceptions to encourage people to get screened.

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How Often Should You Get Screened for Colon Cancer?

Learn how often to get screened for colon cancer, for every age, risk, and screening method.

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How to Complete and Return Your Cologuard® Test

Learn how to complete and return your Cologuard® test step by step, including sample collection, shipping instructions, and when to expect results.

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The truth about women and colon cancer screenings

It has been referred to as a man’s disease. Does this mean women can just skip getting screened for colon cancer?

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All about colon polyps in 7 facts

Colon cancer turns into polyps — or is it the other way around?

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Cologuard® reviews: real stories behind the test

Hear from the extraordinary people who decided to take control of their gut health and get screened for colon cancer. 

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Screening begins at 45

The rising rate of colorectal cancer among younger people helped prompt the American Cancer Society (ACS) to lower its recommended screening age from 50 to 45.

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