Colon cancer rates are rising for the first time in 20 years. Here’s who’s most at risk

If you’re overdue for a colonoscopy, let this be your reminder: Colorectal cancer rates are increasing for pretty much everyone. While word has gotten out of rising colorectal cancer rates among younger adults, a new study found that rates are rising across all age groups up to the age of 69. Researchers from the University of Chicago found that the overall incidence rate for this type of cancer—t

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