Methods We analyzed data from the 2000 and 2003 National Health Interview Surveys
about the use of fecal occult blood tests, sigmoidoscopies, and colonoscopies for adults …

Background. The evidence is now compelling that colorectal cancer incidence and mortality
can be reduced by screening, and medical organizations recommend regular screening …

Objectives To characterize self-reported colorectal cancer (CRC) screening behavior, and to
identify characteristics of CRC screening practices, stratified by risk. Methods Using random …

OBJECTIVE: Our aim was to identify predictors of colorectal cancer screening in the United
States and subgroups with particularly low rates of screening. METHODS: The responses to …

BACKGROUND: In comparison to the United States, Maryland is facing a significantly higher
burden of colorectal cancer incidence and mortality. The primary objective of this study was …

Background. Although effective screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) exists, only 37% of
incident CRC are diagnosed at a localized stage at which treatment is effective. We …

Introduction. The effectiveness of colorectal cancer screening in reducing incident colorectal
cancer and the risk of death has been shown. Despite campaigns to promote the benefits of …

BACKGROUND National guidelines recommending colorectal cancer (CRC) screening for
average risk Canadians were released in 2001. The current study determined rates of CRC …

Background: Studies have shown that screening reduces colorectal cancer mortality. We
analyzed national survey data to determine rates of use of fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) …

BACKGROUND.: The prevalence of colon cancer screening is nationally low. The relative
contribution of patient factors and physician counseling patterns to the low prevalence of …