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The right colon challenge.
Lucía Amelia Cid Gómez1, Nereida Fernández Fernández2, Vicent Hernández Ramírez3
1Aparato Digestivo, Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro. Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Galicia Sur. XXI Vigo.
Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas
|February 22, 2018
Summary
Colorectal cancer (CRC) awareness is crucial, as it is a leading cause of cancer mortality. Preventive measures and early detection are key to combating this disease globally.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
Background:
- Colorectal cancer (CRC) ranks as the third most common cancer globally.
- It is also the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide.
- March 31st is recognized as International Colorectal Cancer Awareness Day to promote awareness and prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of International Colorectal Cancer Awareness Day.
- To acknowledge pioneering efforts in CRC prevention, such as Spain's "Alianza para la Prevención del Cáncer de Colon" established in 2008.
- To discuss factors contributing to recent trends in CRC incidence and mortality.
Main Methods:
- Review of global cancer statistics.
- Analysis of public health initiatives and awareness campaigns.
- Examination of trends in colorectal cancer incidence and mortality in western countries.
Main Results:
- A stabilization or decrease in CRC incidence and mortality has been observed in western countries.
- These positive trends are attributed to several significant factors.
- The establishment of collaborative institutions involving scientific and civil societies has been instrumental.
Conclusions:
- Increased awareness and preventive measures are vital in combating colorectal cancer.
- Collaborative efforts between scientific and civil societies can effectively drive progress in cancer prevention.
- Ongoing monitoring and research are essential to sustain and improve outcomes in colorectal cancer management.
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