Colorectal Cancer Surge in Young Adults
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Colorectal cancer cases surge among younger adults in the US, with projections of 158,850 new diagnoses and 55,230 deaths in 2026. In Arizona, 3,300 new cases are expected. Early symptoms like rectal bleeding and bowel changes are often dismissed, leading to advanced-stage diagnoses. Screening at age 45 can prevent cancer by removing polyps, with a 95% survival rate if caught early. More than half of cases are linked to modifiable risks like inactivity and unhealthy diet. Increased awareness and checkups could prevent many tragedies.
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