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INCREASING ACCESS TO PREVENTIVE CARE,FOR THE HEALTH OF AMERICA.SM
I don’t have time to get screened.
A colonoscopy typically takes 30-60 minutes. Other screening methods, like a
fecal immunochemical test, may be even quicker.
I just turned 50.I’m too young to get
colorectal cancer.
I don’t think my insurance covers this
type of screening.
I don’t believe I’m at risk for colorectal cancer
(ages 18-64 with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis).
Prevalence of colorectal cancer increases by
50% between ages 50-55.
Insurers are required to cover screenings for those over 50
and anyone who is <50 and has Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis.
BCBSA Health Index data show patients with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis are at a
nearly twofold increased risk for colorectal cancer.
MYTH FACTVS.
RISINGColorectal
Could lead to
Conditions linked to an increased risk for colorectal cancer are on the rise, especially
among millennials.
Rising rates of Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diabetes and diagnosed obesity could mean a significant increase
in diagnoses of colorectal cancer.
Impact of chronic diseases on new colorectal cancer diagnoses among ages 18-64
Rate per 10,000
CANCER RiSK FACTORS
increase indiagnoses
Ages 24-39, Between 2014 - 2018
Regular screening can help with early diagnosis and better treatment options. However, many Americans
do not get screened as recommended. Resuming recommended screening as COVID-19 restrictions are
lifted is critical to avoid further delays in care.
1.9x HIGHERRISK
CROHN’S DISEASE & ULCERATIVE COLITIS
1.7x HIGHERRISK
TYPE I & II DIABETES
1.3x HIGHERRISK
DIAGNOSED OBESITY
type i & II diabetes diagnosed obesity
14%INCREASE 35%
INCREASE 100%INCREASE
crohn’s disease &ulcerative colitis