Publication Arkansas Center for Health Improvement Colorectal Cancer Screening Report Fight Colorectal Cancer and health policy experts at the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) developed a report assessing the prevalence of colorectal cancer screening in Arkansas and identifying gaps […] Screening, Screening Age Legislation
Fact Sheet State Issue Brief: Screening Age of 45 In 2018, the American Cancer Society (ACS) lowered their recommended age to begin colorectal cancer screening age for average risk adults from 50 to 45 years old. Many insurance companies […] Screening Age Legislation, State Level
Indiana State Sample Legislation In 2020, Indiana passed legislation lowering the colorectal screening age to 45. This bill can serve as a model for those looking to introduce similar legislation in their state. This […] Screening Age Legislation, State Level
Maine State Sample Legislation In 2019, Maine passed legislation lowering the colorectal screening age to 45 and removing out-of-pocket costs for colonoscopies following a positive non-invasive screening test. This bill can serve as a […] Federal Level, Screening Age Legislation, State Level
Kentucky Screening Age 45 Legislation In 2016, Kentucky passed legislation mandating the use of the most up-to-date American Cancer Society screening guidelines, meaning the state now recognizes colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45. This […] Federal Level, Screening Age Legislation, State Level