Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of death among Latina women and the second deadliest cancer among Latino men. Thought it can affect anyone and 90 percent of cases are preventable, Hispanics, African-American, Alaska Natives and some American Indian tribes are often diagnosed at later, less curable stages of the disease.

If you have a personal or family history of colorectal polyps, colorectal cancer or inflammatory bowel disease; a family history of hereditary or familial colon cancer syndrome; or you use tobacco, are obese and or are sedentary, then you could be at greater risk of colorectal cancer. It is recommended that all men and women begin regular screening tests at age 50.

Visit your local community health center today for a free colorectal cancer screening.
Or visit www.chcact.org

This message is brought to you by the Community Health Center Association of CT, the Department of Public Health and the generous support of the Latino and Puerto Rican Affairs Commission.