449 Knowledge and Barriers to Colorectal Cancer(CRC) Screening among College Employees

Thursday, March 18, 2010: 4:30 PM-5:30 PM
Convention Center: 206-207
AAHE/Assess Individual/Community Needs
Presider: Kathy A. DeBarr, University of Illinois at Springfield, Springfield, IL
Speakers: Sue M. Baldwin, Buffalo State College, Orchard Park, NY; and Srijana Bajracharya, Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY
This presentation is intended for health educators to discuss issues on colorectal cancer (CRC) and preventative screenings. The purpose of the session is to share information gathered on the perceived benefits and barriers to CRC screening and to compile a list of strategies to reduce barriers among college employees. Consequently, appropriate health care agencies can prioritize CRC prevention programs by addressing pertinent issues and improving risk management counseling strategies at the primary health care level.