As for black Americans, 25 % are more likely to get colon cancer than white Americans, and 45% are more likely to die.
Many wonder why ???
Some of the reasons include high risk factors, less access to health care including cancer detections/screenings and having no insurance.
Be Aware Of These Symptoms
Any change in bowel habits like constipation, diarrhea, or narrow stool
Rectal bleeding
Blood in stool
Cramping or pain in the abdomen
Weakness and fatigue
Unexplained weight loss
The American Cancer Society recommends that those with a higher risk for colon cancer begin screenings at the age of 45 years old. A colonoscopy finds and removes any polyps before they can become cancerous. It can also find cancer early when it is still small and have not spread making it easier to treat and improve your survival rate.
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