Chatham Maroons: Putting Colon Cancer On Ice

If you knew you could do something tomorrow that would save your life in 10 years, would you do it?
Colorectal Cancer is the 2nd most deadly cancer in Ontario and the 3rd most diagnosed. This disease affects men and women equally. It is also one of the most preventable cancers, with a 90% survival rate when diagnosed early enough. The first signs of colorectal cancer can be found up to 10 years before the disease develops.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness month and the Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit, along with the Chatham Maroons are bringing you an exciting and informative night for the team’s last game of the regular season. Attendees can learn about risk factors that can cause colorectal cancer, as well as a free, easy, at-home test that can be done to detect this disease in its earliest stages, giving the best chance of survival.
Come see your Chatham Maroons battle the LaSalle Vipers at Memorial Arena on Sunday, February 26, 2012. Fans ages 50 and over can submit a ballot at the game for a chance to shoot for a $50 Canadian Tire gift card during the second intermission. The first 100 adult fans to arrive will receive a free Chatham Maroons seat cushion.

For more information, contact Dan Drouillard, Public Health Nurse, Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit at (519) 352-7270 ext. 2455.