Reduce Your Risk
6 Steps to Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Reduce consumption of red meat.

Reduce consumption of processed meats such as ham, sausages, bacon, and ba kwa.

Avoid methods of cooking meat at high temperature such as char-grilling, deep-frying, and barbequing.

Set a limit on how much alcohol you drink in a day: 2 drinks for men, 1 for women.

Eat more fruits and vegetables every day.

Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight.
FIT Kit Eligibility Criteria
- Singaporeans and Permanent Residents
- Aged 50 and above
- Have not done a FIT screening in the last 12 months
- Have not done a Colonoscopy in the last 10 years
Please produce your Identification Card (NRIC) upon collection.
FIT Kits Collection Points
Please provide the following at the collection point to obtain a FIT kit:
- NRIC, or
- A physical or digital copy of your NRIC
Eligible participants may collect the FIT kit pack every 12 months.
You may also collect on behalf of your family or friends who meet the eligibility criteria. Simply provide the above when collecting.
UNITY STORES
Collection Time: Pharmacy Operating Hours
POLYCLINICS
Collection Time: Pharmacy Operating Hours
WELCIA-BHG
Collection Time: Pharmacy Operating Hours
GUARDIAN HEALTH & BEAUTY STORES
Collection Time: Pharmacy Operating Hours, available for collection from March- May & Aug-Oct ONLY. Please check back for updated locations.
Other Year-Long FIT Kits Distribution Partners
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FIT Kit User Guide

Step 1:
Collect your stool on clean toilet paper. The stool must not come into contact with water or urine.

Step 2:
Twist and pull the tab to remove the sampling probe from the FIT kit.

Step 3:
Poke the probe into 6 different areas of the stool sample.

Step 4:
Return the sampling probe to the FIT kit and secure the tab by twisting it to close it. Shake the kit several times.

Step 5:
Wrap the FIT kit with the absorbent pad before placing into the ziplock bag provided. Squeeze the excess air out and seal securely.

Step 6:
Ensure that all your particulars are correctly filled in and the stool collection date is clearly written on the reply slip provided.

Step 7:
Mail the FIT kit together with the reply slip back to SCS using the business reply envelope provided within 2 days of collecting your stool sample.

Step 8:
Repeat steps 1-7 to collect a second stool sample using the second kit.
Once both FIT kits have been mailed back to us, your stool samples will be tested and you will be notified of your test results by post within 6-8 weeks.
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FAQ
1. What are the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer?
One sign and symptom of the presence of polyps is blood in the stool, which is often invisible to the naked eye. Other colorectal cancer indicators include:
- Change in bowel habits
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Anaemia
- Presence of a lump in the abdomen
2. What is the Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)?
The FIT provides preliminary screening for colorectal cancer. It tests for blood in a person’s stool that are invisible to the naked eye. It is not suitable for people whose existing blood in stool condition is attributable to other causes. Please consult your doctor to explore other screening methods for colorectal cancer.
3. Who is eligibile to collect the FIT Kit?
You are eligible to collect the FIT kit if your are
- A Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Aged 50 years old and above ( By Year of Birth)
- Have not done a FIT screening in the last 12 months
- Have not done a Colonoscopy in the last 10 years
- Am not scheduled for any upcoming colonoscopy or further colon investigation.
4. I am not eligible to collect the FIT kits. Can I purchase it from you?
The FIT kits are not available for sale. You may approach your local clinic, polyclinic, or hospital to find out more about other commercially available test options.
5. May I collect the FIT kits on behalf of my parents or spouse?
Yes, on the condition that the person you are collecting the FIT kits for must meet our eligibility criteria. You will be required to present the person’s NRIC upon collection for registration purposes. Alternatively, you may also provide a digital copy or a physical photocopy of the NRIC, with both its front and back clearly visible.
6. May I transfer the FIT kits to another person for use?
No, the FIT kits are non-transferrable.
7. Why are there 2 FIT kits given to me?
You are to perform the tests twice (on 2 separate days) within 7 days of collecting the kits. Please mail out the FIT kits once you have collected both stool specimens. The 2 FIT kits are provided for you to collect different stool samples on 2 separate days. This ensures the accuracy of the screening test.
8. When will I get my FIT results?
Once both FIT kits have been mailed back to us, your stool samples will be tested and you will be notified of your test results by post within 6-8 weeks.
9. Are there any restrictions in using the FIT kits?
- There are no dietary restrictions stipulated to carry out the FIT
- Avoid collecting stool samples if you are feeling unwell
- Consult your doctor should you have any query/ concern on undergoing the test.
Events
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Talk (Facebook Live)
Date:
Saturday, 25th Mar 2023
Time:
English |
| 10:00am-10:35am |
Mandrin |
| 11:00am-11:35am |
Speaker:
English | Dr. Gloria Chan. Consultant, Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore
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Mandrin | Dr. Han Shuting. Consultant, Division of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Centre Singapore
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For more information, you may reach us at communityhealth@singaporecancersociety.org.sg