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Colorectal Cancer Screenings Surge 62%, Disparities Persist

8/5/2025

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Colorectal cancer screenings for adults aged 45-49 have skyrocketed by 62% since 2019, thanks to updated guidelines, resulting in more early-stage diagnoses. Yet, significant disparities remain, prompting experts to call for ongoing awareness and advocacy to ensure everyone has access to life-saving screenings.

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Colorectal cancer screenings for adults aged 45-49 have skyrocketed by 62% since 2019, thanks to updated guidelines, resulting in more early-stage diagnoses. Yet, significant disparities remain, prompting experts to call for ongoing awareness and advocacy to ensure everyone has access to life-saving screenings.