The death of "Dawson's Creek" actor James Van Der Beek highlights a rising trend in colorectal cancer among young adults ...

Colon cancer and rectal cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is rising among U.S. adults under the age of 50. Here are the symptoms and factors that could increase the risk of developing it.

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men in the United States.

Tests and screenings exist that help doctors detect these illnesses and take potentially life-saving action before the ...

Colon cancer can be found in a few ways, including a digital rectal exam and a fecal occult blood test. There is also the option of using devices in a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. There is also a ...

This week, Dawson's Creek actor James Van Der Beek died at 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer, less than three years ...

“Even if you're in your 20s or 30s, you should get checked out if you have rectal bleeding, if you have any change in your ...

ALVIN, Texas -- TikTok star Randy Gonzalez told our sister station KTRK he was diagnosed with colon cancer, but he is not giving up. Known for bringing laughter and joy to millions on social media, ...

James Van Der Beek was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer in 2023. He hoped more young people would get screened.

The death of US actor James Van Der Beek was just the latest reminder that colorectal cancer has been surging among people under 50 in recent years—and no one knows why.

In a prospective cohort study, nearly half of the survivors of colorectal cancer reported bowel-related symptoms at 6 months, whereas more than one third still had symptoms at 5 years. Higher dietary ...