Why Get Screened?

Screening can save lives by detecting non-cancerous polyps and cancer early. Colon cancer is easier to treat when found at an early stage. With early detection and treatment, survival rates are approximately 90%.

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Age is the biggest risk factor for colon cancer - over 94 percent of new cases diagnosed each year in BC are in men and women age 50 or older.

Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)

The fecal immunochemical test (FIT) is a safe, easy to use test that can find pre-cancerous and cancerous cells early – when cancer can be prevented or caught sooner.

Who Should Get Tested?

If you are 50-74 years of age and have no symptoms, you should get screened for colon cancer. Find out which test is right for you, and how often you should be tested.

Healthcare Professional Resources

There a number of publications and support systems available on colon cancer. Visit the health professionals page to view colon cancer screening resources.