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Colon Cancer Rates Surge in Under-45s; Screening Delays Persist

3/23/2026

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Colon cancer rates are rising among adults under 45 in the United States, with barriers to colonoscopies.
The Affordable Care Act covers those aged 45+ but does not extend to younger patients with symptoms.
Caitlin Murphy, a cancer epidemiologist, notes delays in timely evaluations for young adults.
Dominick, a 35-year-old, faced a $2,000 bill after insurance denial.
Experts call for earlier screening and research into the causes of this trend.

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Story summary

Colon cancer rates are rising among adults under 45 in the United States, with barriers to colonoscopies.
The Affordable Care Act covers those aged 45+ but does not extend to younger patients with symptoms.
Caitlin Murphy, a cancer epidemiologist, notes delays in timely evaluations for young adults.
Dominick, a 35-year-old, faced a $2,000 bill after insurance denial.
Experts call for earlier screening and research into the causes of this trend.