Interested in volunteering on race day? Contact Laurie Townsend: ltownsend@colonscreeningforlife.com. All volunteers will be entered into several prize drawings.
Our Goal
Colon Screening for Life, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to increasing the number of colon cancer survivors. Our mission is to educate our community about the life-saving importance of early detection through regular screenings, including colonoscopies.
Working alongside our community partners, we strive to reduce the incidence of colon cancer and related deaths throughout the Tri-State area. We do this by empowering individuals to make informed lifestyle choices that lower their risk of developing colon cancer and by encouraging timely, routine screening.
Why Screening Matters
Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells grow out of control. When cancer begins in the colon or rectum, it is known as colorectal cancer—often referred to simply as colon cancer.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends that adults at average risk begin colorectal cancer screening at age 45. This guideline was updated after studies showed a rising rate of colorectal cancer in people under age 50. If everyone age 45 and older were screened, thousands of lives could be saved each year, and many cases of colon cancer could be prevented altogether.
Take Action for Your Health
If you are 45 years of age or older, get screened now. If you believe you may be at increased risk for colorectal cancer, talk with your doctor about when to begin screening, which test is right for you, and how often you should be tested. Early detection saves lives—and it could save yours.
Plan for your Colon Screening
There are lots of things you can’t prevent: taxes, jury duty, the dog crashing your video meeting. But regular, on-time screening tests can help prevent colorectal cancer.