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What to know about colon cancer

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HealthMarch 20, 2025 11:20 am

What to know about colon cancer

Colon cancer is on the rise in the U.S., with one-in-five diagnoses in people younger than 55, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Arif Kamal explains how the cancer is diagnosed and what you can do to lower your chances of getting it.

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