Professional Overview

Each year in the United States, as many as 10,000 new cancers result from undiagnosed Lynch syndrome, or HNPCC (Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer). Patients with Lynch syndrome have a dramatically increased risk for developing cancer; by age 70, these patients have up to a 40-fold increase in risk for colon cancer and a 47-fold increase for endometrial cancer.^1-3 There are an estimated 500,000 carriers of Lynch syndrome in the United States, and it is very likely that you regularly see these undetected patients in your practice.

The Raise the Red Flag Coalition was created to increase awareness of Lynch syndrome, increasing the likelihood of identifying these individuals and starting them down the path to testing and appropriate risk management. The coalition consists of physicians, other health care providers, and patients themselves, sharing a common interest in improving the rate of Lynch syndrome detection. By joining the coalition, you will have continuous access to this network of individuals, where information and resources can be freely shared, collectively elevating the efforts of all.

Explore the Web site for more information about the importance of the Raise the Red Flag Coalition and the advantages of becoming part of it. It's time to find the patients who have Lynch syndrome and help change the outcome... for them, their children, and future generations.

In addition, by joining the Raise the Red Flag Coalition you have the option to receive complimentary education and counseling tools for your practice. These materials will help you inform patients about the cancer risks associated with Lynch syndrome and prompt them to ask certain questions to determine if Lynch syndrome is part of their family history. Just click the "Join the Coalition" link on this website to register.