In February, we recognize both Black History Month and Cancer Prevention Month. These observances present not only an opportunity to reflect on years of systemic inequality and unequal access to care, ...

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for men under 50 in the United States, according to new ...

A new report found that colorectal cancer causes more deaths than any other type of cancer, including breast and lung cancers. Experts explain why, and what it means for you.

Kentucky has long carried one of the highest burdens of colorectal cancer in the nation. For too many families, it is a diagnosis that comes too late and with too few effective treatment options. But ...

If you're in your 40s, you might think colon cancer is something to worry about decades from now. But alarming new research ...

A UVA Health expert explains why colorectal cancer is rising in adults under 50 and how young people can lower their risk.

Recently, Minnesotans have been receiving unsolicited, unrequested at-home colon cancer screening kits from health insurers, without a doctor's input. If you received one in the mail, you might ...

1 in 5 people being diagnosed with colorectal cancer are under age 55.

Review highlights gut microbiota dysbiosis as an emerging colorectal cancer risk factor, with microbial signatures, including Fusobacterium nucleatum, showing promise as non-invasive biomarkers to ...

Key Takeaways - Coverage and beneficiary class drive the outcome. Because the manufacturer’s colorectal screening test currently has minimal ...

It was once considered a disease of older adults. Now, colorectal cancer is increasingly affecting younger Americans.