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Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines Toolkit

Publication Date: February 26, 2024

Last Updated: March 13, 2024

Background:

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. The colon and rectum are parts of the large intestine. The rectum is the final part of the large intestine just before the anus.
CRC is very common. In the United States, it is:
- the fourth most common cancer diagnosed among adults
- the second leading cause of death from cancer
- most common in adults aged 65 to 74.
This patient guide will help you better understand CRC screening, including your options, and how to decide which, if any, is right for you.