If you have questions about your Medicare insurance coverage regarding cancer screenings, Contact the Transylvania County Cooperative Extension office and request to speak with a trained SHIIP counselor.

MARCH IS NATIONAL COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Colorectal cancer is the fourth-most common cancer in the U.S. and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths.
It affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people ages 50 and older.
Screening and early detection are vital.
Medicare covers certain colorectal cancer screening services-ask a SHIIP counselor for more information.
Colorectal cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable!