Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 2, Number 8, 1 August 1985 — Colon Cancer Curable [ARTICLE]

Colon Cancer Curable

President Reagan's eolon cancer could have special meaning to many island residents, the Hawaii Cancer Information Service said. Japanese, Chinese and Caucasians have the highest rates of eolon cancer among all ethrtic g.-oups in Hawaii whieh repri ,er>t two thirds of the state's population. It has been rising among Japanese and Caucasians for the past 20 years. The most modern screen-

ing tests in the U.S. are available in Hawaii, so no one over 40 years of age should wait for the symptoms to appear. Cancer of the eolon (large intestine) ean be one of the most curable cancers if it is detected early. For further information and free booklets, eali the information service at 5241234. Neighbor islanders may eall co!lect, 0-524-1234, telling the operator, "collect eall."