In honor of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the American Indian Cancer Foundation is stepping up to address the alarming trend of higher colorectal cancer rates among American Indian and Alaskan Native people compared to any other ethnicity in the U.S.
Colorectal cancer is now the third most commonly diagnosed cancer among AI/AN individuals, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and early detection efforts. To combat this growing issue, the Sixth Annual Blue Beads campaign is being promoted by the American Indian Cancer Foundation, with support from co-sponsors Exact Sciences and Mayo Clinic.
The campaign aims to educate and raise awareness about colorectal health, screening, and early detection. Thirty tribal and urban Indian clinics are participating in the campaign, including White Earth Indian Health Service and Bois Forte Medical Clinics, which are engaging their communities through education and special events.
Encouraging Native relatives to prioritize their overall health through screenings and healthy eating, the American Indian Cancer Foundation is working tirelessly to make a positive impact on the health outcomes for Indigenous populations. In addition to their efforts, Native News Online is committed to covering news related to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and other Indigenous people to ensure important health issues, such as colorectal cancer awareness, are being addressed in a meaningful way.
By coming together and promoting awareness around colorectal cancer, these organizations are making a profound impact on the health and well-being of Native communities across the country. It is essential that everyone, regardless of ethnicity, prioritize their health and well-being, and take proactive steps towards early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer.
