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Story summary
- Colon cancer diagnoses are rising among young people, with 154,000 U.S. cases in 2025 and 20% under 55.
- Dr. Andrea Cercek of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center notes a shift to younger adults.
- Environmental influences and lifestyle changes contribute to this rise.
- The American Cancer Society lowered the screening age from 50 to 45.
- Early detection remains crucial, as rectal bleeding and bowel changes require prompt medical consultation.
