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Important facts about colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is the
2nd
leading cause of cancer-related death in Iowa when combining men and women
It starts as a tiny growth or "polyp" in the colon or rectum
It is often preventable by getting screened and if detected early can be 90% treatable
You may be at higher risk if colorectal cancer runs in your family
You can help reduce risk through healthy diet and exercise
7 out of 10 people diagnosed with colorectal cancer had no signs or symptoms