High-risk individuals 

People with a family history of cancer risk, or carriers of a mutation associated with hereditary colorectal cancer, should do regular screenings for early detection of the disease.

Learn more about the  Genetic clinic  for families and people at risk, and what is the  Genetic test .

In Cancer in the family you can learn about the clues to be aware in your family history. If you already know that you are carrier of a mutation associated with Lynch syndrome (HNPPC) or familial adenomatous polyposis. 

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Know… side effects leaflets for colorectal cancer treatment. Learn how to cross this period with more tranquility. (see)
Know… the interactive "familial history", allows the construction of a graphic with the history of colorectal cancer in your family. (see)
Know… how hereditary cancers are usually transmitted, and what are the implications of having a genetic change (mutation) in the body (see)
Know… what is a polyp? How to avoid colorectal cancer? What differences distinguish the various types of tumors? (see)
Know… what you know about familial colorectal cancer: complete our 7-question "expert " quiz. (see)
Know… more about sporadic colorectal cancer, and test your knowledge using our 7-question quiz. (see)