American Cancer Society Updates Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines
The American Cancer Society now recommends that adults begin colorectal cancer screening at age 45. The organization also added blood-based tests to the list of acceptable screening options.
prnewswire.comThe American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guidelines to recommend that average-risk adults begin screening at age 45. The organization also added blood-based tests as an accepted screening method alongside existing options such as colonoscopy and stool-based tests.
The change aligns the society’s guidance with current medical practice at many health systems that already begin screening at 45.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
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More adults aged 45-49 may schedule colorectal cancer screenings.
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Health systems may adjust screening schedules to begin at age 45.
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Insurers could update coverage policies for earlier screening.
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