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Getting screened for colon cancer just got simpler with new blood tests you can take at your doctor's office. The American Cancer Society added these convenient options to help more people catch this highly treatable disease early.
For the first time, the American Cancer Society recommends a simple blood test as a screening option for colon cancer, giving hope to millions who avoid traditional testing. This breakthrough could save thousands of lives by making screening more accessible.
New research from Sweden shows that participating in routine colon cancer screening can slash your risk of dying from the disease by nearly half. The findings come as colorectal cancer cases surge among younger adults worldwide.
After ignoring months of warning signs, 57-year-old Darren Mulcahy fainted in his kitchen and discovered he had advanced colon cancer. Today he's cancer-free and sharing his story to encourage others to get screened early.
A 45-year-old police detective walked into his colonoscopy laughing with his wife. Minutes later, he heard the words "you have cancer" and his world changed forever.
Allison Solomon didn't ignore her symptoms at 37, and that decision saved her life. Now in remission, she's helping spread awareness that colon cancer is rising in younger adults.
Matthew Scholtes is turning his colon cancer journey into a mission to save lives through early detection. His advocacy comes as colorectal cancer becomes the leading cause of cancer death in young adults.
Hawaii just became the first state to cover all follow-up colonoscopy costs after positive screening tests, removing financial barriers that kept thousands from life-saving care. The new law also creates a $1.8 million fund to help uninsured residents access screenings that can catch this preventable cancer early.
Lauren Duncan was just 29 when she was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, part of a troubling rise in cases among young adults. Now she and health advocates are sharing crucial information about when to demand life-saving screenings.
Jennifer Lava survived stage 4 colon cancer three times since age 34, proving young people need screenings too. Her story is saving lives by raising awareness about early-onset colorectal cancer. ---
New guidelines add blood tests as a colorectal cancer screening option, making early detection easier for people who avoid colonoscopies. The change comes as cases among young adults rise, offering more ways to catch cancer early and save lives.
Justin Lewis fought for a colonoscopy at 34 and discovered Stage 2A colon cancer that had been growing for a decade. Now three years cancer-free, the Chula Vista man is on a mission to save lives by urging Black men to get screened early.
A Houston cop who discovered his cancer too late asked organizers to share his story before he died. Now his legacy will help save lives at a race dedicated to early screening.
Amber Mike ignored blood in her stool for months while traveling for work as a BET executive. Now cancer-free, she's sharing her story to save lives and raise funds for City of Hope.
A new ornament designed to celebrate breast cancer survivors in Louisville is raising funds for cancer screening programs across Kentucky. Every purchase supports life-saving early detection efforts through the University of Louisville's Kentucky Cancer Program.
Two-time cancer survivor Luis Abramson organized a free screening event that provided six types of potentially life-saving health checks to his Orange County community. The Annual Sweetheart Screening gave hundreds of residents access to cancer detection services, many without insurance.
Ian Ferguson, 37, had zero symptoms when standard bloodwork revealed microscopic blood loss that led doctors to discover early-stage colon cancer. His story highlights how routine screening can save lives, especially as colorectal cancer rates surge among younger adults.
A Colorado veteran's "bad acid reflux" turned out to be early-stage esophageal cancer, but a quick screening test caught it in time. His story shows how newer, non-invasive screenings are saving lives from one of the deadliest cancers.
A beloved Capital Region singer is using her powerful voice to inspire others after surviving colon cancer. Keri Alonzo shared her story of strength on NewsChannel 13, offering hope to patients battling the disease.
A simple screening test offered every two years has slashed colon cancer deaths by 50% in Spain's Basque Country. Over 70% of cancers are now caught early when they're easiest to cure.
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