03/10/2026
March is Colore**al Cancer Awareness Month, reminding us of the lifesaving value of early detection and prevention. Recent data show that colore**al (colon and re**al) cancer has become the LEADING CAUSE OF CANCER-RELATED DEATHS IN PEOPLE UNDER 50 YEARS OLD overtaking other major cancers in this age group.
Even more concerning, the INCIDENCE OF EARLY-ONSET COLORECTAL CANCER is PROJECTED TO INCREASE BY MORE THAT 140 % by 2030, with tens of thousands of younger adults expected to be diagnosed in that year alone.
These trends highlight that colore**al cancer is no longer just a disease of older adults, making regular screening and awareness vital for adults starting at age 45.
Screening is one of the most effective tools we have to prevent colore**al cancer or catch it early when itβs most treatable. Our clinic can provide referrals for preventive screenings such as colonoscopies, stool-based tests, and other recommended options.
Recognizing symptoms early can also save lives: signs of colon and re**al cancer include blood in the stool or re**al bleeding, changes in bowel habits (like diarrhea, constipation, or narrowing of stools), persistent abdominal pain or cramping, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and a feeling that the bowel doesnβt empty completely. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE NO SYMPTOMS.
If youβre 45 or older β or younger with risk factors or symptoms β talk to your provider about screening options and take proactive steps toward your health.
https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/colore**al-cancer-awareness-month/
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