Screening is the best way to reduce the risk of colon cancer and rectal cancer. All men and women should be screened. Screening tests help find polyps or cancer before symptoms begin. This early detection may prevent polyps from becoming cancerous and could initiate treatment earlier, when it is most effective. Despite its high incidence, colorectal cancer is unique in that it is one of the most preventable and, if detected early, most treatable forms of cancer. Though it is usually recommended to start getting screened at age 45, individuals may need to be screened earlier depending on family health history and risk factors. Don’t delay! Contact your primary care physician to schedule a screening.