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Colorectal Cancer – What is it?
Did you know that colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States among men and women combined? 150,000 American’s each year can be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is a specific type of cancer that begins in the colon or rectum. With early detection, this type of cancer has a 90% survival rate. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please speak with your provider as soon as possible. Symptoms of colorectal cancer include but are not limited to:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Changing bowel movements
- Persistent abdominal discomfort
- Unexplained weight loss
With colorectal cancer, there are certain stages and characteristics that determine how far it has spread.
Stage 0 – Where abnormal cells are found in the colon or rectum.
Stage I – The abnormal cells have grown and spread into the muscular layer of the colon or rectum.
Stage II – The abnormal cells have spread to the outer layers of the colon or rectum, but not to any lymph nodes.
Stage III – The abnormal cells have spread to nearby lymph nodes, but not to other areas of the body.
Stage IV – Carried through the blood system and spread to other parts of the body like the liver and lungs.
The first step to get ahead of colorectal cancer is getting routine screenings which include but are not limited to colonoscopy and cologuard.
Please click here for more information about colorectal cancer.
INCENTIVE ALERT!
The Delaware Valley Health Trust offers an incentive for having a Colonoscopy and/or Cologuard procedure! Enrollees 45 and over are eligible to earn $150.00 once the procedure is completed. Those under the age of 45 must provide a letter stating the medical necessity for the procedure. Submit your incentive documentation to the wellness team via email, fax, or mail directly to Delaware Valley Trusts.
Email – wellness@dvtrusts.com
Fax – 267.803.5796
Mail – 719 Dresher Road, Horsham, PA 19044
Upcoming Wellness Events
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Addictive?
Jan. 14, 3:30 – 4:30p.m., & Jan. 23, 12:30 – 1:30p.m.
Ultra Processed foods have more fat, carbohydrate and sugar content and provide little nutritional value. Today we are learning that your inability to put down the ice cream, chips, and candy may have less to do with self-control and more to do with the addictive quality of ultra-processed foods. Join this presentation with a registered dietitian from Chester County Hospital Penn Medicine to learn more about the types of ultra processed foods, their addictive nature, and how they can impact your health.
How to be Heart Smart
Feb. 6, 3:00 – 4:00p.m., & Feb.18, 12:00 – 1:00p.m.
February is American Heart Month, a time when we can all focus on our cardiovascular health. Join this presentation with a Registered Dietitian from Chester County Hospital Penn Medicine to learn more about cardiovascular risk factors, heart healthy diets, and other lifestyle tips to help you live your best life.
Anti-Inflammatory Diet
Mar. 13, 12:00 – 1:00p.m., & Mar. 25, 3:30 – 4:30p.m.
Inflammation in our body leads to chronic disease. Processed foods are one of the biggest culprits but also the way you prepare foods can cause inflammation. Come learn about which anti-inflammatory foods to include, cooking methods to consider, and the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet.
Know Your Numbers – $150.00 Incentive
A great way to get ahead of your health is by knowing your numbers. The best way to start is by completing your biometric screening for the 2025 Wellness Program year! There are a few ways to have the screening completed:
1. With a physician or at the DVHT Health Center (Horsham, PA): Download the Physician Results form from My.QuestForHealth.com (registration key DVHT) (only option that requires a form)
2. At a Quest Patient Service Center (PSC) by scheduling an appointment through My.QuestForHealth.com (registration key DVHT) under “schedule a PSC appointment”
3. Attend an onsite event at the entity location you and/or your spouse is employed by or at another surrounding entity location by scheduling an appointment on the My.QuestForHealth.com website and selecting the option “At an Event”.
If you complete your screening with your physician or at the DVHT Health Center, please be sure to upload the completed form to My.QuestForHealth.com after you have logged into your own personal account or fax to the number on the form (844-560-5221).
Questions? Contact the Health Trust Wellness team by emailing wellness@dvtrusts.com or by calling 267.803.5721