Colon cancer is rising in adults under 50, making screening at 45 critical. Colonoscopies can prevent cancer by removing precancerous polyps. A fiber-rich, plant-forward diet may help lower colon cancer risk.

It's a rite of passage we don't look forward to: Once we turn 45, it's recommended that we get a colonoscopy to screen for polyps and colon cancer. This is especially important as rates of the disease are increasing among younger adults.

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for men under 50 in the United States, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

The death of actor James Van Der Beek this week is prompting local doctors to stress the importance of early screening for colorectal cancer.

The death of actor James Van Der Beek, best known for his role in Dawson’s Creek, is renewing national attention on colorectal cancer and the importance of early screening.

When I got the call that my 65-year-old father was in the hospital, I wasn’t overly concerned. Despite spending years of my childhood plagued with gastrointestinal issues he was generally healthy. Additionally,