Colorectal Cancer Now Leading Cause of Cancer Deaths for Americans Under 50
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Summary
Colorectal cancer has become the leading cause of cancer death for Americans under 50, according to an American Cancer Society analysis. The article highlights the case of Becca Lynch, diagnosed at age 29, who initially dismissed her symptoms as stress. Experts warn younger people not to ignore symptoms like rectal bleeding as diagnoses in this age group continue to rise, emphasizing the importance of early detection and taking symptoms seriously.
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Becca Lynch, who works in cyber security in Denver, Colorado, was diagnosed with advanced colon cancer last year, when she was just 29
At first, she assumed her symptoms couldn't be anything serious: 'I chalked it up to stress,' she said
Experts warn younger people not to dismiss symptoms such as rectal bleeding as diagnoses rise for those under 50
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