The Medical Services Section at Al Ain Police Directorate organized an awareness event about colon cancer for their affiliated supporters, with the aim of improving their health education.

Dr. Angham Ali Aman, Health Education Unit officer, revealed causes of the disease and means of prevention.
She explained that early diagnosis is possible if patients get colonoscopiesonce every 10 years,and blood tests once every 2 years. This is based on the medical recommendations for people who range between the ages of 40- 75.
As per Abu Dhabi Health Authority’s statistics for 2001-2012, , colon cancer is the second most prevalent disease, and accounts for 8% of all cancer cases and is second to breast cancer.

Dr. Angham Ali Amanemphasized the importance of early diagnosis to help with fast recovery, noting that a change in life style habits, the maintenance of target weight and shape, along with health education, are all factors that help decreasethe risk of cancer. The change in lifestyle could also help decrease the risk of colon cancer by 60 to 80%.
 

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