76 - Is Colon Cancer Increasing In Young Adults?

While colorectal cancer is not talked about as much as some other forms of cancer, it is the 3rd most common type of cancer in America. We are seeing an increase in colon cancer tumors in people under 55. Why might that be? Let's talk about it! Episode Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/colon-cancer-young-people-describe-signs-ignored-rcna129838 https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/prevention.htm https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/8-ways/8-ways-to-prevent-colon-cancer/ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/can-stool-tests-really-detect-colon-cancer https://www.nature.com/articles/s41416-020-0803-0 https://coloncancerfoundation.org/alcohol-destroying-your-liver-and-colon-increasing-your-risk-of-early-crc/ https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2023/03/07/how-ultra-processed-foods-impact-colorectal-cancer-risk/ Please join us on other platforms: Website: https://DrDavidMD.com/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrDavidMD FB: https://www.facebook.com/PagingDrDavidMD IG: https://www.instagram.com/pagingdrdavidmd/ LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/drdavidmd/ TW: https://twitter.com/PagingDrDavidMD Become a patron to access exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/DrDavidMD Dr. David is an independent thinker who draws from more than 25 years of clinical experience. He relies on a broad range of evidence-based information to provide his best possible guidance. Dr. David's thoughts and opinions may shift as the data evolves. Information he shares with the public is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is informative and does not replace the need for consultation with qualified health professionals. #coloncancer #coloncancerawareness #colorectalcancer #drdavidmd