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insurance, a colonoscopy is not always covered unless you meet specific criteria. Plus, the preparation and recovery can be time-consuming.
The good news? There are easier, less invasive options you can use at home - and one of them, Reese's ColoTest, doesn't even require a prescription. With Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, now is a great time to learn about your screening options, and the benefits and drawbacks of each, to help stay ahead of the disease.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy has long been considered the 'gold standard' in CRC screening. It is recommended every ten years for adults 45 and older (or more frequently if you're at high risk). Insurance is unlikely to cover a colonoscopy unless you're eligible due to age or family history of colorectal cancer, polyps and conditions including
(BPT) - Have you ever thought, "I'm too young to get colon cancer"? The truth is that colorectal cancer (CRC) is affecting more younger adults than ever before. Despite this alarming trend, many people remain unaware of their risk. Since colon cancer isn't exactly a topic for dinner table conversation, important discussions about family history often get overlooked. But understanding your risk and getting screened early could make all the difference.
That's why health experts have taken action. In 2021, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force lowered the recommended screening age to 45 to help detect CRC sooner. Still, many younger adults put off getting tested, either because they don't know their risk, lack insurance coverage, or simply want to avoid the hassle of a colonoscopy.
So, if you're worried about your digestive health or you are experiencing symptoms, what
are your options? Even if you have health
Article by Jeffrey Reese, president of Reese Pharmaceutical
Think You're Too Young To Get Colon Cancer? Think Again