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Researchers say mailing people reminders as well as home test kits can improve colon cancer screening rates. Colon cancer is treatable in its early stages, but it becomes more deadly in later stages. Experts say socioeconomic conditions as well as health insurance status can discourage people from getting screened. Discovering colon cancer in its early

A new study recommends colorectal cancer screenings start at age 45. Researchers say that’s because of the increasing number of colorectal cancer cases in younger adults. Experts say obesity is a major risk factor for colorectal cancer and the country’s obesity crisis makes earlier screening even more important. If you want to have the best