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The recent death of the 48-year-old actor James Van Der Beek is again highlighting how colorectal cancer is increasingly killing younger people.
This distinction is crucial. Unlike a mammogram or a lung scan, which are primarily imaging tests to find existing tumors, a colonoscopy allows a gastroenterologist to intervene on the spot. When a doctor finds a polyp, or a small clump of cells that can turn into cancer over time, they remove it right then and there.
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Colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults. Here's who is most at risk and symptoms to watch for
The death of "Dawson's Creek" actor James Van Der Beek highlights a rising trend in colorectal cancer among young adults.
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One in 25 Americans will get diagnosed with colon cancer in their lifetime, according to UW Health. The conversation around the issue is resurfacing after 48-year-old actor James Van Der Beek died from colon cancer this week.
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,