Ontario is lowering the starting age for routine colorectal cancer screening from 50 to 45. The change is designed to identify cancer and precancerous changes earlier, when treatment can be more effective.
Screening recommendations depend on age, family history, symptoms and personal risk. People with warning signs or a strong family history should speak with a health professional rather than waiting for routine screening.
Residents can ask a family doctor, nurse practitioner or participating health provider about the appropriate screening test and schedule.
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