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Vital Signs monthly releases during COVID-19 response
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During the COVID-19 outbreak response, Vital Signs science articles will only be published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report once a month and will be available at https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/.

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Screening for colorectal cancer

Don’t wait — 50’s great

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Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended beginning at age 50.
Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended beginning at age 50.
Screening for colorectal cancer is recommended beginning at age 50.

But only one-half of adults have gotten a screening test in their early 50s (age 50–54).
But only one-half of adults have gotten a screening test in their early 50s (age 50–54).
But only one-half of adults have gotten a screening test in their early 50s (age 50–54).

There are six different screening tests, some that can be done either at home or in a clinic, that can prevent or detect cancer early.
There are six different screening tests, some that can be done either at home or in a clinic, that can prevent or detect cancer early.
There are six different screening tests, some that can be done either at home or in a clinic, that can prevent or detect cancer early.

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About Vital Signs

The CDC Vital Signs monthly report was launched in 2010. It generally includes an MMWR early release, a graphic fact sheet and website, a media release, and social media tools. Most of the materials are available in English and Spanish.

Vital Signs reports cover an important health threat and what can be done to drive down the disease. Past topics have included cancer screening, alcohol and tobacco use, HIV testing, motor vehicle safety, cardiovascular disease, healthcare-associated infections, and foodborne disease.

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Page last reviewed: March 12, 2020
Content source: Office of the Associate Director for Communication