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Screenings Save Lives: Prioritize Colorectal Cancer Awareness

3/27/2025

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Dr. Steven Gurien and Ashley Knight urge everyone to prioritize colorectal cancer screenings this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. As the second deadliest cancer in the U.S., it’s crucial to recognize that this disease is preventable. Starting screenings at age 45—or earlier for those with a family history—can save lives. Key risk factors include diet, obesity, and smoking.

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Dr. Steven Gurien and Ashley Knight urge everyone to prioritize colorectal cancer screenings this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. As the second deadliest cancer in the U.S., it’s crucial to recognize that this disease is preventable. Starting screenings at age 45—or earlier for those with a family history—can save lives. Key risk factors include diet, obesity, and smoking.