According to ACS, the links between colorectal cancer and several lifestyle related factors (diet, weight, and exercise) are some of the strongest for any type of cancer. Learn how you can help to prevent and detect colon cancer. Join us at Powell’s Food Fair in Pomeroy tomorrow between noon and 6pm to tour the Super Colon and receive a free wellness plan.
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National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that screening can save up to 60% of colon cancer related deaths? In honor of National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, schedule a screening test! Watch this ACS video on colon cancer testing “Get Tested for Colon Cancer: Here’s How” to learn about the different types of colon cancer screening tests.
Welcome to the Blue Star Blog!
Welcome to the Blue Star Blog!
The Blue Star Healthy Colon Initiative is a collaboration between the OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center, Appalachia Community Cancer Network (ACCN), OSU Extension – Meigs County and the Meigs County Cancer Initiative (MCCI) to raise awareness and increase colon cancer screening rates in Meigs County.
This project is made possible by funding through OSU CARES – an initiative of Ohio State University Extension and the Ohio State University to expand faculty, staff and student partnerships with communitites throughout Ohio.