Screening saves lives

Colorectal cancer usually develops slowly over a period of years. Screening aims to detect signs of cancer before any symptoms appear.

Summary of colorectal cancer screening

  • Colorectal cancer screening looks for precancerous lesions before any symptoms appear. Because symptoms are often vague and can easily go unnoticed, screening helps detect cancer early. Participating in the national screening program is highly important, and everyone should take part when they receive their invitation.
  •  Colorectal cancer caught at an early stage is easier to treat, helping patients avoid costly treatments and preventing cancer deaths. The ultimate goal of screening is to reduce mortality from colorectal cancer and save lives.

Cancer screening refers to the systematic searching for precancerous lesions or early-stage cancers within a population. The goal is to reduce deaths caused by the cancer being screened. Screening is free of charge for participants.

By law, wellbeing services counties are obligated to organize colorectal cancer screening for their residents. For more information about colorectal cancer screening, please visit the website of your local wellbeing services county.

Prevention

Lower your risk: Bowel cancer cannot be fully prevented, but you can significantly reduce your risk through a healthy lifestyle and by participating in screening.

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Research

For decades, Finnish research and surveillance of Lynch syndrome has held international significance.

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