**Colorectal Cancer on the Rise in Young Adults** According to a recent report from the American Cancer Society (ACS), there is a concerning trend of increasing colorectal cancer cases among adults under 65.
**Colorectal Cancer on the Rise in Young Adults**
According to a recent report from the American Cancer Society (ACS), there is a concerning trend of increasing colorectal cancer cases among adults under 65. In fact, it's estimated that nearly half of all colorectal cancer diagnoses this year will be in individuals younger than 65.
**Key Findings:**
* The incidence of colorectal cancer cases in U.S. adults ages 20 to 49 has been rising about 3% per year.
* Experts attribute this increase to various factors, including unhealthy diets, sedentary lifestyles, and the impact of microplastics on the human body.
* The ACS recommends that most adults start colorectal cancer screenings at age 45.
**Understanding Colorectal Cancer:**
Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in both males and females in the United States. It's also the second most common cancer-related death in the country overall, and the number one cause of cancer-related death in U.S. adults under 50 years of age.
**Modifiable Risk Factors:**
The ACS estimates that more than half of colorectal cancer cases are attributable to modifiable risk factors, including:
* Smoking
* Unhealthy diet
* High alcohol consumption
* Physical inactivity
* Excess body weight
**What You Can Do:**
While the trend is concerning, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing colorectal cancer. These include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, staying physically active, and getting regular screenings starting at age 45.
**Get Screened, Stay Healthy:**
Don't wait until it's too late. Schedule your screening today and take control of your health.
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