Wisconsin Gets an "F" for Colorectal Cancer Prevention

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Posted: 9:13 PM Mar 16, 2010 Wisconsin Gets an "F" for Colorectal Cancer Prevention Wisconsin is getting a failing grade when it comes to screening for a deadly form of cancer. Reporter: WSAW Staff

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Wisconsin is getting a failing grade when it comes to screening for a deadly form of cancer.

The American Cancer Society gave the state an "F" because it's one of only a few states without any laws requiring insurance providers to cover the cost of a colorectal cancer screening.

ACS numbers show colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in Wisconsin. But it can be prevented through screening.

Not all companies cover the exams, forcing some people to choose between paying for the test or not getting one.

But things could change. Wisconsin lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that would make all state-regulated providers cover the cost of a routine screening.

“People in Wisconsin want their lawmakers to do everything they can to combat cancer in this state and there’s no reason they should continue to accept an ‘F’ grade on this matter,” said Bob Meyer, Wisconsin Government Relations Director for the American Cancer Society.

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