Colon cancer can be found in a few ways, including a digital rectal exam and a fecal occult blood test. There is also the option of using devices in a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. There is also a ...

Diagnoses in people younger than 55 have nearly doubled since 1995. View Entire Post › ...

It’s good news in the fight against colorectal cancer: A new test can detect the disease with a simple blood draw. But don’t cancel your colonoscopy just yet — that old standby is still more reliable ...

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for men under 50 in the United States, according to new ...

A second blood test shows promise for the detection of colon cancer, according to a new study. The first, called Shield, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in July for people 45 and ...

The American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45, and several blood tests on the market could help. These tests are done in a ...

Cases among younger people are rising – such as with actor James Van Der Beek, who died on 11 February at age 48 ...

Created by Guardant Health, the blood test, known as Shield, was able to detect 83% of colorectal cancers in studies but only 13% of dangerous polyps. Colonoscopies find approximately 95% of these ...

The death of "Dawson's Creek" actor James Van Der Beek highlights a rising trend in colorectal cancer among young adults.

Dr. Bethany Malone has treated a lot of colorectal cancer patients. The youngest, not counting those with genetic conditions, ...

The recent death of actor James Van Der Beek from colorectal cancer at 48 underscores a troubling shift: the disease is now ...

Colon cancer symptoms can be subtle. While lifestyle changes can help reduce your risk, open communication with your family ...