What is organized screening?
Where an explicit screening policy is in place, as well as dedicated infrastructure, resources, and processes aimed at the screening of a specific target population is associated with increased screening uptake and improved outcomes, including reduced incidence and mortality.

What is colorectal cancer? 
A type of cancer that affects the colon (large intestine) or rectum.

What is a fecal immunochemical test (FIT)?

FIT is a safe and easy test that looks for small amounts of blood in your stool (poop), which could be a sign of colorectal cancer or pre-cancerous growths in the colon or rectum. You can do the test at home in just a few minutes, and you don’t need to change your diet or stop any medications to do it.

What is a colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a procedure that allows a doctor to examine the inside of the colon (large intestine) using a long, flexible tube with a camera on the end. It is used to investigate symptoms, follow up on abnormal test results (such as a positive FIT), or screen for colorectal cancer. During the procedure, the doctor can also remove polyps or take tissue samples if needed.