Colon Screening Program

Provides information on colon cancer screening by promoting the early detection and prevention of colon cancer; encourages the screening of women and men aged 50 - 74 that are not experiencing symptoms.

There are two screening tests for colon cancer - the fecal immunochemical test (FIT) for average risk individuals, and colonoscopy for individuals at a higher risk of colon cancer.

Agency

BC Cancer Agency

Colon Screening Program - Virtual

Booking Line: 604-877-6187

Toll Free Line: 1-877-702-6566

Application Process

Physician referral required

Eligibility

Open

Main Email: screening@bccancer.bc.ca

Main Website: https://www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening/colon

Service delivery

Virtual

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