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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.
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.
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.
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.
Researchers in South Korea discovered how blocking a single protein can slow or stop colorectal cancer growth without harming healthy cells. The breakthrough offers hope as colon cancer becomes the leading cause of cancer death in Americans under 50.
Health systems can more than double cancer screening rates with organized outreach programs, saving lives by catching colorectal cancer when it's easiest to treat. New research shows the solution isn't about convincing patients—it's about making testing easier to continue.
Jennifer Lava has faced stage 4 colon cancer four times since age 34, defying survival odds with laughter and resilience. Her story proves that even in the darkest moments, hope and humor can be powerful medicine.
A colorectal cancer survivor created a program that flips the script: kids remind parents to get screened. One presentation by two sons caught early stage cancer in their friend's mother.
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