Until March 31, people over the age of 50 are invited to carry out a colorectal cancer screening for free.
The month of March is dedicated to the fight against colorectal cancer, the 3rd most frequent cancer and the 2nd deadliest cancer in France with more than 17,000 dead per year, according to figures from the National Cancer Institute. Mars Bleu, whose slogan is this year “will shit”, deliberately provocative, is the perfect opportunity for people aged 50 to 74 to be tested simply, quickly, reliably and free. A test exists in pharmacies but it remains taboo while saving lives. Detected early, colorectal cancer can be healed in 90% of cases.
When starts Mars Bleu?
Organized since 2009 by the Ministry of Healththe National Cancer Institute (INCa) and Health Insurance, Mars Bleu is An annual meeting which takes place throughout the month of March: from March 1 to 31, 2025. It is a month of awareness of colorectal cancer screening. “”It is important to note that The various screening methods aim not only to identify cancers at an early stage and favorable prognosis, but also to detect precancerous lesions – Polyps in particular- whose withdrawal makes it possible to prevent cancers. This means the importance of participation in screening programs! “insists Dr. Bruno Buecher, gastroenterologist and oncogenetician at the Institut Curie. This year, the colon Tour 2025 takes place, an initiative to prevention and awareness of the screening of colorectal cancer, launched in 2021 by the SFED and taken up by the league against cancer. This original operation is distinguished by its playful and educational approach, with as a central element an inflatable structure representing a giant colon. The objective is to offer participants an immersive experience within a colon to better understand the evolution of the different lesions.
Screening consists of an immunological test that does not avoid cancersbut which makes it possible to establish a early diagnosisallowing to quickly set up care and improve the chances of healing. From now on, No need to go through a consultation with the doctor. Eligible people who have received the invitation to screening must go to the website www.monkit.depistagecolorectal.fr With the number appearing on the invitation mail. A questionnaire Determine if the test is appropriate according to the personal and family history of the person. If this is the case, the test will be sent to him or he must withdraw it from his doctor or in a pharmacy participating in the operation. The test is at make at homeThen To be sent to the laboratory to be analyzed. Afterwards, Consultation of the test result is done online via www.result-
What does the blue ribbon mean, symbol of colon cancer?
Many diseases are symbolized by small colored ribbons. For example, the pink ribbon represents breast cancer. The red ribbon is the symbol of the combat against AIDS and HIV. The yellow ribbon is worn to support endometriosis and bone cancer. The blue ribbon as for him represents cancers colorectals and prostate cancers.
What are the associations that support Bleu Mars?
Many associations, institutes and foundations are committed each year against colorectal cancer and offer initiatives as part of the “March Blue” awareness campaign. Here is a non -exhaustive list of organizations that support the event:
- The Cancer League
- The National Cancer Institute (INCa)
- The Arc Foundation for Research on Cancer
- The Gustave Roussy Institute
- The Health Provident Association
- AMGEN and ROSE UP
- AFA Crohn RCH FRANCE
- Act against cancer 26
- Federation of private hospital medicine, surgery, obstetrics …
How to participate in the Connected Blue Mars race challenge?
The cancer screening center (CRCDC Sud Paca) offers Each year a connected challenge Throughout the month of March, from March 1 to 31, 2025 :: make the most kilometers In favor of colorectal cancer screening whether on foot, running, by bike or swimming, whether alone or in a team. The route is free while respecting the “Eco-responsible charter of the connected runner” with its connected object (connected watch, mobile application). This year, there are three challenges: the team that will do the most km, the sportsman who will do the most km and the largest team (number of registrants). Donations are completely donated to the CRCDC Sud Paca to improve the promotion of organized cancer screenings.