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Big News! The recommended age for colon cancer screening has been lowered to 45.
Read the NewsColorectal Cancer Facts
Second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States
Early-onset colorectal cancer (diagnosis before turning 45) is on the rise
Only 20% of colorectal diagnoses can be attributed to family history
Chance of getting colorectal cancer in your lifetime: 5% or about 1 in 20
African Americans are at higher risk of colorectal cancer
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About Stop Colon Cancer Now
StopColonCancerNow is a network of expertly trained gastroenterologists that span 32 states and the District of Columbia. Our physicians combat the second deadliest form of cancer, colon cancer, through screenings and community education.