This Cancer Is Targeting Young Adults

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Colon cancer is no longer just a disease of the elderly. In a surprising and alarming reversal, rates are dropping in older adults but rising sharply in people under 55, making it a leading cause of cancer death for young men and women.

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According to Jonathan Knowles M.D., a physician at Old Bridge Medical Center, while the exact reasons are still being studied, lifestyle and diet are believed to be major contributing factors. This disturbing trend has prompted experts to lower the recommended screening age to 45 for everyone.

Too often, young people and even their doctors may overlook potential warning signs. Dr. Knowles emphasizes that no one should consider themselves low risk, regardless of their age or diet.

What are the subtle symptoms you should never ignore? And what are the most effective lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk? Read the full story to get the crucial information you need to protect yourself from this growing threat.

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