RT Paul Limburg, MD T5: CRC screening can be a tough topic to discuss, but don't die of embarrassment #abcdrbchat

T4: For those who decline colonoscopy flex #sigmoidoscopy or CT colonography are next best options #abcDrBchat

T6: Often there are no symptoms with #CRC. Look for change in bowel habits, anemia abdominal pain and rectal bleeding #abcDrBchat

T5: A major barrier to #CRC screening is fear of #colonoscopy, embarrassment and a desire to avoid the prep. #abcDrBchat

T5: At Jefferson we’ve developed innovations for colonoscopy prep including same-day prep: bit.ly/1cprNnh #abcDrBchat

T7: Yes you can lower your risk of #CRC with a healthy #lifestyle: #exercise, a diet low in animal fats & high in fruits veggies #abcDrBchat

T7: If you smoke, QUIT! #abcDrBchat prevent #ColorectalCancer

T9 Jefferson has launched a Phase 1 clinical trial of a promising colorectal cancer vaccine. Learn more: bit.ly/1lvAm2r #abcDrBchat

T9 – On the horizon are ways to ‘stain’ polyps to make them easier to find and remove during #colonsocopy #abcDrBchat

T9: new scopes have been developed that will help us Id which polyps need to be removed and which won’t be a problem. #abcDrBchat

T10: In its earliest form removal of a polyp could be enough to treat #CRC, but form most cases surgery is required. #abcDrBchat

T10 In some cases additional treatment with #chemotherapy is needed after surgery for #ColorectalCancer #abcDrBchat

T8: If you’ve been diagnosed with #ColorectalCancer tell your family so they will get screened at the appropriate time. #abcDrBchat

T12: We invite the 1 million survivors,caregivers,friends,family to join One Million Strong! #MarchforCRC ow.ly/uewxK #abcdrbchat

T12: #Coloncancer is realistically a preventable disease if identified early. Have you gotten screened? bit.ly/findphysician #abcDrBchat

Great chat today on #ColorectalCancer prevention #abcDrBchat. Thank you to all the participants.

Getting screening tests beginning at age 50 helps prevent #ColonCancer go.usa.gov/KBvx

US colon cancer rate dropped 30% among over 50s in past decade bmj.com/content/348/bm…

Happy #Glutenfree Labels Day! Now the term has meaning. Thx to 1in133 @CeliacAwareness + more for making it happen! allergicliving.com/2014/07/16/u-s…

It's #ColonCancerAwarenessMonth - get screened if you're 50, earlier if you have a family history. Jefferson Health