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A: Colon cancer, like so many other health conditions, has better treatment options and better outcomes when it’s identified early. Last year, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force lowered the recommended age for colon cancer screenings to 45. So that’s a lot of people who should be getting screened. But we know many adults don’t get regular colonoscopies for a variety of reasons: They may not want to take a day off work, or they may simply avoid it because they think it’s uncomfortable. Our at-home colon cancer screening is a convenient option for many people at average risk. It takes just minutes, and if the results show a potential concern, then the individual can schedule a colonoscopy with their doctor. If they choose to use A: At-home kits are a great fit for people who find accessing healthcare challenging or for people who find it tough to make time for in-person screenings. When we can make health screenings more convenient for people, they’re more likely to participate, and that means we’re able to help more employees identify health risks early. Q: What benefit do at-home screenings offer employers? A: When an employer offers at-home biometric screenings, we can deliver aggregated data – at a population level, not on specific employees. That helps employers make key decisions about future wellness programs. our test, it’s a simple step they take once per year. Q: What are the benefits of at-home screenings?

For example, if they see a high prevalence of prediabetes, they might decide to offer lifestyle programs that will help people make the changes necessary to avoid diabetes. That could be everything from a diabetes management program to access to fitness programs or reevaluating what’s sold in their cafeteria. Helping employees access convenient care can lead to reduced absenteeism and reduced healthcare costs. It’s also part of creating a culture of health and wellness – something that has become increasingly desired by employees. Q: What do you anticipate for the future of biometric screenings? A: Many people have grown accustomed to the convenience that virtual visits and at-home testing have provided, and they may continue to choose their living room over a waiting room. Others will return – or already have returned – to all their usual in-person care. So on an individual level, it’s really about preference. We also know that some workforces will remain remote or hybrid, regardless of the pandemic. So I believe we’ll see at-home biometric screening kits remain an option offered by many employers. At-home kits can extend a culture of wellness beyond the office – adapting to meet the needs of employees, no matter the office structure.

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