GetScreenedSD

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death. But it doesn't have to be. If caught early, it is among the most curable cancers.

Colorectal cancer is nearly 100 percent curable when caught early.

You see, colorectal cancer is unique because it usually starts from polyps in the colon or rectum. These polyps can turn into cancer over time. Screening tests can find polyps that can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening tests can also find colorectal cancer early, when the chance for being cured is good.

Getting screened is easier than you might think.

What's more, it provides peace of mind and life-saving information — it can even give you a reason to smile.

So if you're over 50, or have any ongoing bowel issues or a family member who has had colorectal cancer, schedule a screening with your doctor now. Don't wait for symptoms to occur. Your doctor will tell you whether a simple at-home test or colonoscopy is appropriate. And financial help may be available.

News & Information

• Every colorectal cancer survivor has a story to tell.  Listen to the powerful messages from three of these survivors:Chuck's story |Joe's story | Bonnie's story 
• KSFY Medical Minute - Colorectal Cancer (3/29/2012)

• GetScreenedSD Program Featured on KELO Healthbeat Program (3/29/2012)

• National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable releases new FOBT Clinician’s Reference Resource - new 2-page resource designed to introduce (or reintroduce) clinicians to the value of stool blood testing.  It explains stool blood testing in general, makes physicians aware of the differences between a guaiac FOBT and a Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT), explains why different kinds of FOBTs are superior and outlines some of the elements that need to go into a quality stool blood testing screening program.

• Awareness into Action: News from the SD Colorectal Cancer Workgroup - February 2013 issue
• GetScreenedSD display boards available
• 2013 GetScreenedSD Provider Live Meeting Training Schedule
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• GetScreenedSD Screening Site Manual
• Order cancer control publications
• Find assistance with transportation to medical appointments in central South Dakota

• Colonoscopy Surveillance After Polypectomy and Colorectal Cancer Resection - American Academy of Family Physicians

The Get Screened SD Colorectal Cancer Screening is reflected in the Office of Health Promotion 2020 Strategic Map - the vision is that all South Dakotans will enjoy healthy lives free from the devastation of chronic diseases.