Rising Colon Cancer Rates in Younger People Prompt New Screening Guidelines

New cases of colon cancer in individuals younger than 50 have been increasing over the last 20 years and rose even more sharply between 2010 and 2020. These increases prompted the USPSTF to update its guidelines for screening.

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Health Tip of the Day Rising Colon Cancers in Younger People Prompt New Screening Guidelines New cases of colon cancer in individuals younger than 50 have been increasing over the last 20 years and rose even more sharply between 2010 and 2020. Here's a look at the risk factors, updated screening guidelines, and some new at-home screening options. READ NOW EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK The 8 Best Air Purifiers for Allergies READ NOW  › READ THESE NEXT Symptoms of Colon Cancer You Should Recognize READ NOW  › What Causes Waking up Too Early Among Older People READ NOW  › Is Ear Ringing a COVID Vaccine Side Effect? READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Health Tip of the Day newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 © 2021 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy