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Stay in the Game

Stay In The Game Connecticut: Get Screened for Colon Cancer Today is a comprehensive public awareness campaign to: 

1. Educate the public about colorectal cancer and the importance of colorectal cancer screening; 
2. Increase colorectal screening rates among 50+ adults who are insured, underinsured and uninsured; and 
3. Reduce disparities in colorectal cancer rates, screenings and access to care. 

Sports is a theme that resonates with everyone.  This is especially true in Connecticut, where our men’s and women’s sports teams – with undying support from their fans – work hard to become tops in the nation.  Coaches, athletes and fans all know that there is no “I” in team -- and teamwork is what it takes to stay in the game and stay on top. 

But when it comes to cancer, Connecticut doesn’t want to be ranked among the top 20 -- especially when it comes to colon cancer.  Nationally, Connecticut ranks 13th for new colon cancer rates in men and 11th for women.  When it comes to colon cancer, we must coach the people of Connecticut to play the percentages so that they will stay in the game of life for a very long time.   If colon cancer is detected early, it is 90% curable.  That’s a great percentage to play by. 

Everyone knows that the best offense is a great defense.  The same is true when it comes to preventing colorectal cancer.  In the game of life, cancer prevention is about knowledge, screenings and access to care.   

For more information visit www.StayInTheGameCT.com.

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