Please submit a short video (60 seconds or less) about your connection to colorectal cancer and why it is important to get screened. Use the following talking points and recording tips to help you.
Talking Points:
- Colorectal cancer screening saves lives.
- At age 45, discuss colorectal cancer screening with a doctor.
- Colorectal cancer screening is safe, effective, and should be a regular part of your life. Screening tests can catch cancer early when it may be easier to treat.
- The American Cancer Society recommends getting screened for colon cancer when a patient turns 45 years old, but a colonoscopy isn’t the only option for colorectal cancer screening. There are simple tests that can be done at home. Talk to a doctor about which option is right for you.
- Preventing colorectal cancer or finding it early is possible through regular screening. There are many test options, including simple, at-home tests. Talk to a doctor about the right option for you and about whether your health insurance covers tests.
- 1 in 3 Americans will get cancer in their lifetime, but finding cancer early means it may be easier to treat. Did you know that colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women? Screening for colon cancer can save lives. There are several screening options available, including simple take-home options. Talk to a doctor about getting screened for colon cancer today.
- Other calls to action:
- Tell someone you love to get screened for colorectal cancer.
- Visit cancer.org/getscreened to learn more and find a screening location near you.
Recording Tips:
- What you say is ultimately up to you. Make it funny, sweet, informative - whatever tone you want.
- Make sure to film horizontally so you fill the frame.
- When recording with a phone or tablet, use a tripod or prop it up with something like books for stability. Try not to hold it.
- Keep your device close for good sound quality but far enough away that you are the focus. Try 3-4 feet.
- Choose a location that provides balanced lighting. Use a room that has a lot of natural light that faces you. Avoid having light behind you.
- Choose a flattering angle for your recording. Shooting from below is not usually a person’s best angle.
- Avoid echo chambers. Oftentimes sparse offices or conference rooms with glass walls can create a lot of echoes.
- Avoid blustery locations or areas with a lot of foot or vehicle traffic as your device’s mic may pick up noise.
- Avoid wearing something extremely bright.