Join the Fight Against Colorectal Cancer

Mar 15, 2022 Colorectal Cancer, featured

Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in both men and women in the United States. Combined, it’s estimated there will be more than 150,000 new cases of colon and rectal cancer reported in the U.S. in 2022 alone. Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer don’t always cause symptoms, especially at first. That’s why getting screened is so important. With early screening and testing, it is preventable, treatable, and beatable! The CDC updated recommendations to begin screening for colon cancer starting at age 45. This March during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage you and your loved ones to be aware of risk factors and get screened.

There are local, convenient screening options available to you.

FIT (Fecal Immunochemical Test) Screening Cards offered at CCCHC. Free in the month of March
Colonoscopies offered in Sakakawea Medical Center's fully equipped surgical space

Visit with your provider about your risk factors and which course is right for you.

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CCCHC Sports Physical Clinics

Coal Country Community Health Center will be holding Sports Physical Clinics at all clinic locations in July and August. Athletes participating in any sport during the 2022-2023 school year are encouraged to schedule an appointment.

Youth Wellness Exams + Sports Physicals: Extended Hours Available

Beginning in June, Coal Country Community Health Center will be holding preventive wellness exams and/or sports physical for children and adolescents needing sports physicals for the 2023-2023 school year. Extended hours are available! When calling your preferred clinic to schedule your youth wellness exam, please indicate if you want a sports physical only. Most insurances cover a wellness/preventive exam that includes a sports physical. If you want a sports physical only, the cost is $40 at the time of the visit.