Doctors told woman she was too young for a colonoscopy. Then she was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer
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Brooks Bell was just 38 when she was diagnosed with colon cancer. Now, she is an advocate dedicated to raising awareness and screenings among young people. Gastroenterologist Austin Chiang also weighs in.
In 2024, an estimated 106,590 new cases of colon cancer and 46,220 new cases of rectal cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. There is a tendency to associate colorectal cancer with older age. Melissa Rudy is the health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com
Bell, now 43, is encouraging other younger adults to listen to their bodies and advocate for their health, particularly as colon cancer cases are rising among people under 50.
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