Sep 22, 2020, 4:55 PM
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Allison Sanford
The world was shocked by the death of famous actor and South Carolina native Chad Boseman recently. He died of colon cancer at the young age of 43.
Mar 24, 2022, 1:10 PM
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Allison Sanford
Colon cancer is increasing among younger patients. Surgeon Edward J. Jakubs, MD, shares more.
Apr 24, 2024, 11:44 AM
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Allison Sanford
While colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, the rate of colorectal cancer deaths in adults has been steadily dropping. Here's why.
Mar 30, 2026, 3:57 PM
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Allison Sanford
Having a colonoscopy at age 50 was long viewed as a rite of passage; the finale to middle age and the start of one's transition into senior status. But that half-century milestone is now a thing of the past.