Colon Cancer

It's on the rise in young people.
The Truth About This Illness
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Why Are So Many Young Adults Dying From Colon Cancer?Find out if you should be screened.
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This Is What It's Like to Be Young and Living With Colon CancerTwo women share their compelling stories.
7 Things You've Always Wondered About Getting a ColonoscopyIt isn't so bad when you know what to expect.
Do I Really Need to See a Doctor for Blood in My Poop?Here’s when to just wipe it from your mind.

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