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To the editor: As a result of Covid-19, many people had to put off their cancer screening. This means thousands of people may not catch cancer early when it is easier to treat or when it could even be prevented.

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LOWVILLE — Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and women and is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Yet

The Erie County Cancer Services Program helps Erie County residents who have little to no insurance get screening. The program has been running for 25 years.

Press Release:

Michael Garvey was a year younger than the recommended age to begin colorectal cancer screenings, but still, he had a feeling something wasn't right.

The Erie County Department of Health is coordinating a cancer screening education event for all Erie County fire companies from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 25, at the Erie County Emergency Operations and Training Center, 3359 Broadway. Cancer Services Program staff will present information and insights on colorectal cancer screening options and provide FIT

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and many of us will remember recent news of those who have died from this disease, including actors Chadwick Boseman and Kirstie Alley, and

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and health and elected officials on Long Island are taking the opportunity to remind residents to get their colonoscopies.