EPISODE · Apr 19, 2025 · 8 MIN
Colorectal Cancer Screening: When & How Often to Test
from The Onco Life Podcast · host DR. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE
In this episode, we break down the importance of colorectal cancer screening—a life-saving preventive step that helps detect cancer early, when it’s most treatable.Dr. Christina Ng explains:When to begin screening (typically age 45)How often to screen based on your risk levelThe key differences between colonoscopy, stool-based tests, and genetic screeningHow family history and conditions like Lynch syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease affect screening frequencyWhether you’re at average or high risk, this episode provides expert insight to help you make the right choices for your health.📖 Read the full article here: Colorectal Cancer Screening: When & How Often to Test🩺 Learn more about early detection, common screening methods, and how proactive testing can dramatically improve outcomes for those at risk of colon cancer.📍 Visit Onco Life Centre in Kuala LumpurLot 3.1, Level 3, Wisma Life Care, 5 Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia📞 Contact Us: +60 12-399 3260 | +60 3 2242 3260Send us Fan MailThank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education.Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE📍 Visit us at oncolifecentre.com 📞 Call: +603-2242-2620 📧 Book a consultation or ask a question — we're here to support your journey.
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In this episode, we break down the importance of colorectal cancer screening—a life-saving preventive step that helps detect cancer early, when it’s most treatable. Dr. Christina Ng explains: When to begin screening (typically age 45)How often to screen based on your risk levelThe key differences between colonoscopy, stool-based tests, and genetic screeningHow family history and conditions like Lynch syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease affect screening frequencyWhether you’re at average or...
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