Community Health

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: Prevention, Screening, and Early Detection

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Surgery
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Location

Saint Francis Hospital

95 Woodland Street
2nd Floor Conference Room
Hartford, Connecticut 06105

About this event

This session is part of Trinity Health Of New England’s Surgical Spotlight Education Series, created to inform, support, and inspire patients and families through expert-led discussions.

Join Drs. Kelly Tyler and Rachel Scott for a discussion on colorectal cancer—one of the most preventable forms of cancer. This session will explain how screening tests like colonoscopies can detect issues early, outline common risk factors, and highlight symptoms older adults should know. Designed to empower you with practical, trustworthy information, this talk will help you take simple steps to protect your digestive and overall health.