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Cancer

Why experts recommend earlier screening for colorectal cancer

Colon cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the U.S. Catching it early is key.

Gina DiPietro
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Published March 4, 2021
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  • colon cancer
  • colorectal cancer
  • National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
  • colonoscopy
  • colonoscopy preparation

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  • colon cancer
  • colorectal cancer
  • National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
  • colonoscopy
  • colonoscopy preparation

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