02/12/2026
💙 We are saddened to hear of the passing of James Van Der Beek at just 48 years old from colore**al cancer.
His death is a heartbreaking reminder that colon cancer is affecting younger adults more than ever — and it is now the leading cause of cancer-related death in people under 50.
The most important thing to know is this:
✅ Colon cancer is often preventable.
✅ A colonoscopy can save your life.
If you have symptoms like:
⚠️ re**al bleeding
⚠️ changes in bowel habits
⚠️ unexplained anemia or fatigue
⚠️ abdominal pain
⚠️ unexplained weight loss
…please don’t ignore them.
📍 At Texas Modern Gastroenterology, we’re here to help with early detection and prevention.
Get checked. It could save your life.
📞 Call our office to schedule an appointment.