Cancer Institute At Doylestown Health Hosts Colon Cancer Screening

WARRINGTON, PA — As part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Doylestown Health gastroenterologists, Dr. Marion Protano and Dr. Hannah Do will speak on colorectal cancer screening and prevention on March 30 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Health and Wellness Center in Warrington.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the
United States.

“Colon cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable. It is preventable because if you undergo screening tests and polyps are found and removed this will prevent colon cancer; it is treatable and beatable if colon cancer is found in early stages,” says Dr. Protano. “Death from colon cancer is on the rise in young to middle aged people, which is why guidelines have changed the screening age to start at 45 if you have no risk factors. It is important you talk to your doctor about colon cancer screening options and when the appropriate time is for you to start colon cancer screening to decrease your risk of developing it.”

Following the presentation, attendees will receive a fecal immunochemical test (FIT) to complete
in the comfort of their own home. The FIT test procedure analyzes stool for the presence of
specific blood in the colon that can be a sign of cancer.

The test does not diagnose cancer, but signals that something could be going on and additional
testing is needed to make sure everything is okay. This screening is intended for those 45+ years
old, who are uninsured or underinsured and have not had a screening within the last two years.
The program is not intended for individuals currently under the care of a gastroenterologist.

The talk will take place at The Health and Wellness Center, Ground Floor, 847 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976. Registration is required and space is limited. To register, call 267.885.1580.