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March 3, 2017

Health Authority of Abu Dhabi encourages colorectal cancer screening starting at age 40

March 3, 2017 | Abu Dhabi, UAE |

The Health Authority of Abu Dhabi circulates a call to start screening for colorectal cancer at age 40.   Recently collected data have reported advanced stage of colorectal cancer in 63% of all patients.  Screening, early detection, and prevention are key strategies to saving lives.  Stool tests and colonoscopy examination are critical components of screening.