Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of all cancer-related deaths in the United States.

African Americans have a higher incidence and mortality rate due to colorectal cancer compared to all other ethnic and racial groups. African American males are particularly burdened with the disease. The National Cancer Institute reports that the incidence rate in African American males is 50% higher than in Hispanic/Latino males and 18% higher than in white males, and the death rate due to this cancer is 92% higher in African American males than in Hispanic/Latino males and 37% higher than in white males.

The intent of this conference is to evaluate the current extent of our knowledge about risk factors for colorectal cancer, the progress made in the areas of prevention and disease management, and to determine how to overcome remaining barriers in order to eliminate disparities and improve life for all.

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