Colorectal cancer incidence is decreasing in Cortland area as more patients undergo colonoscopies
Caitlin Fuhr-Pessin, MD According to current New York State health data, nearly 80% of residents between the ages of 50 and 64 in Cortland and most neighboring counties have been screened for colorectal cancer. This far exceeds the 65% testing rate for all state residents in that age group. The region’s excellent colorectal cancer screening […]
Colon cancer deaths are increasing, but overall cancer deaths are decreasing
Share on PinterestExperts say cancer screening is critical to preventing the rise in colorectal cancer deaths.Moe Lindsay Rivera/Stocksy New data from the American Cancer Society shows that deaths from colorectal cancer continue to rise. Meanwhile, overall cancer deaths are decreasing in the United States. Colon cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer death in […]