Colorectal Cancer in Younger Adults: A Growing Concern


Author: The Daily News Now! March 11, 2026 Duration: 1:46
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Colorectal Cancer in Younger Adults: A Growing Concern

Michael Groves colorectal cancer diagnosis at 50, after initially dismissed symptoms, highlights the need for earlier screening. The Canadian Cancer Society urges provinces to lower the screening age from 50 to 45 due to rising cases in under-50 individuals. A new study suggests starting at-home fecal tests at 45 could prevent thousands of cases, deaths, and save millions in treatment costs.

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