Health Promotion Research Center


December 13, 2021

New Field Guide Available for Cancer Prevention Programs

Rachel Seymour

colorectal cancer under a microscope showing in purple and blue circles

Despite strong evidence to support colorectal cancer screening, many adults are not screened as recommended. Lower screening rates directly contribute to higher death rates from colorectal cancer. HPRC and its cancer prevention and control partners wanted to help clinics change this by creating a field guide to support public health and health care organizations in working with their primary care clinic partners.