colon cancer screening

Study in Lancet – Firstpost

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Study in Lancet – Firstpost

Bowel cancers are rising among younger persons aged 25-49 as compared to older adults, according to a new study published in Lancet. The findings are notable because cancer has traditionally been associated with advanced age. Therefore, the increasing instances of cancer among younger people is a cause of concern. In their paper titled ‘Colorectal cancer … Read more

FDA approves blood test method for colon cancer screening

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FDA approves blood test method for colon cancer screening

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday approved Guardant Health’s Shield blood test for colon cancer screening. Although it doesn’t replace colonoscopies, doctors are optimistic it might improve screening rates for the second-highest cause of cancer death in the US, according to NBC News. Shield had been available for $895, but FDA approval means … Read more