Wellness Wednesday | Colorectal Cancer Awareness

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and Nashville General Hospital's Digestive Health Center is here to emphasize the importance of early screening. In this Wellness Wednesday video, Nurse Practitioner Betsy Bond provides insights into colorectal cancer, the second deadliest cancer in the U.S. Screening is critical because this cancer often shows no symptoms in its early stages.

Betsy walks viewers through how colorectal cancer develops, risk factors, and why early detection can save lives. Learn about various screening options, from at-home kits to colonoscopies, and practical tips for prevention, including maintaining a high-fiber diet rich in fruits and vegetables.

Key takeaways include:

• Screening for colorectal cancer can detect issues early, offering a 90% survival rate when caught early.
• Understanding the symptoms and risk factors, especially for higher-risk groups, like African Americans.
• Steps for prevention through a healthy diet and routine screenings.

Don't wait—schedule your screening today by calling Nashville General Hospital at 615-341-4968. Together, we can fight colorectal cancer and prioritize community health!

Watch the full video for more insights and answers to audience questions about digestive health and wellness.