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This month, cancer experts at Intermountain Health are redoubling their efforts to raise awareness of colorectal cancer with a unique awareness campaign called “Get to the bottom of colon cancer.”
Two giant inflatable colonizers, nicknamed Colin and Colette, will visit 23 hospitals, clinics, and community centers in Utah and Idaho over 29 days in March, along with mountain cancer experts. .
As part of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, this interactive campaign aims to provide a fun, visual and hands-on way to educate people about colon cancer and the importance of potentially life-saving screening tests. It’s about bringing awareness that matters.
The Intermountain “Get to the Bottom of Colon Cancer” Inflatable Colon Tour began March 1 at Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden.
This unique awareness tour, now in its second year, gives the public a unique opportunity to walk through a 12-foot-tall, 113-pound inflatable colon. These depict the different stages of colorectal cancer starting from the early stages of precancerous colon polyps.
The two giant inflatable colognes will continue traveling back and forth between Utah and Idaho for various events throughout March.
“This tour is an opportunity to spread awareness throughout the community to help patients and their families learn about their colon cancer risks and the importance of promoting optimal screening tests,” said Medical Director Dr. Nathan Merriman. “It will be.” said Intermountain Health’s Gastroenterology and Digestive Health Director. “Colon cancer is preventable, treatable, and surmountable. In fact, if colon cancer is detected early, the survival rate is 90%.”
The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 53,000 Americans will die from colon cancer in 2024, making colon cancer the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
“One alarming trend is that the incidence of colorectal cancer in people under 55 continues to rise year over year,” said Dr. Kyle Eliason, a gastroenterologist at Intermountain McKay Dee Hospital in Ogden. It’s about being there,” he said. “Young people are also often diagnosed with more advanced cancers because they are detected late, driving home the point that prevention is the best strategy to beat cancer.”
Professor Merriman said the goal is to get people in charge of their health and that personal risk factors such as a family history of colorectal cancer, inherited genetic conditions and certain lifestyle choices can lead to colorectal cancer. He emphasizes that the goal is to help people better understand that it can increase the likelihood of developing the disease. Colon cancer.
The only way to detect colon cancer is through a screening test. Mountain doctors say people at average risk for colon cancer should start testing at age 45.
A colonoscopy examines the inside of the colon and is the most effective way to screen for colon cancer, precancerous growths, and polyps. If an unusual mass or polyp is discovered during your outpatient visit, your doctor will identify the best course of treatment. This includes removing it during surgery.
“By finding and removing precancerous tumors during a colonoscopy, we can prevent cancer from developing,” Merriman said. “Delays in screening can lead to delays in cancer diagnosis. Screening can truly save lives and protect families. We need everyone’s help to work together to prevent colon cancer across our communities. Is required.”
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