Colorectal Cancer Cases Rising Among Younger Individuals

Experts discuss colorectal cancer, its preventability, and the concerning increase in cases among younger people, citing actor James Van Der Beek as an example.

14 Feb, 15:00 — 14 Feb, 15:00

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The Guardian14 Feb, 15:00

What is colorectal cancer and is it preventable?

Cases among younger people are rising – such as with actor James Van Der Beek, who died on 11 February at age 48 Actor James Van Der Beek died on 11 February, aged 48; he had been diagnosed in 2023 with colorectal cancer. According to the World Health Organization, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. While rates are declining overall, cases among younger people are rising. Continue reading...

By Sarah Sloat

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