Woman diagnosed with cancer after minor symptoms: "Couldn't believe it"
Candace Tucker thought her symptoms were benign. A colonoscopy led to an alarming diagnosis.
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Colorectal cancer deaths on the rise
While a new study finds fewer young people are dying of cancer, colorectal cancer is now the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under the age of 50. Dr. Arif Kamal, chief patient officer for the American Cancer Society, joined "The Daily Report" to discuss.
More early stage colon cancers found due to more screenings, research shows
As more people aged 45-49 are getting screened for colon cancer, more early stage diagnoses are being made, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
Why are young people getting colon cancer?
The number of colon cancer cases in U.S. adults under the age of 54 has sharply increased over the last decade, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association on Monday. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks down the findings.
Eye on America: Cancer screenings and more
Actor Ryan Reynolds takes us on his personal health journey to raise awareness about cancer screening. And we go on a deep dive into both sides of the issue surrounding banned books in our public schools. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
FDA approves blood test for colon cancer detection
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test intended to detect colorectal cancer, expanding options for screening for the potentially deadly disease.
Colon cancer blood screening: What to know
The FDA has approved a new blood test for detecting colon cancer. The approval comes after a clinical study found the test could correctly detect colon cancer in 83% of participants who were not experiencing symptoms. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has the details.
What millennials need to know about colon cancer
Colon cancer rates continue to rise in younger age groups, but there are ways to reduce your risk.
Blood test shows 83% accuracy for detecting colorectal cancer, study finds
A new screening method for colorectal cancer may be on the horizon. A clinical study showed 83% accuracy for a blood test intended to detect early colorectal cancer.
Dr. LaPook on King Charles' cancer diagnosis
The U.K.'s King Charles III has been diagnosed with an unspecified form of cancer. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "Prime Time" to discuss.
What King Charles' diagnosis means
King Charles III will undergo a procedure next week to treat an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace revealed. Dr. Jon LaPook answers questions about what this diagnosis means and what symptoms others should look for.
Colon cancer has a high survival rate when caught early. How to get a free screening
The 45 Plus Reasons campaign is hyperfocused on Black Philadelphians, with the goal of getting thousands of them screened for colon cancer.
New study finds alarming rise in cancer rates among people under 50
Early-onset cancer cases rose more than 79% between 1990 and 2019, the study found.
Gayle King on colonoscopy screening
"CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King is raising awareness for a routine procedure that can save lives. King and Dr. Jon LaPook discuss the importance of colonoscopies, and we share a clip from King's new special with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman called "The Adventures of Adam and Gayle--Get a Colonoscopy."
Colon cancer rates rising in younger age group, study finds
"I would have never ever imagined that this was cancer," says a woman who was diagnosed at just 44 years old.
New COVID boosters for kids 5 and up
Children ages 5 and up are now eligible to get the new COVID-19 booster shots, which target both the original coronavirus and its Omicron variants. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins us to discuss the vaccine, and he also answers questions about a new study on colonoscopies.
Dr. LaPook on new colonoscopy study
A new study raises some questions about how much colonoscopy screening reduces deaths from colon cancer. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook is a gastroenterologist and explains why the evidence can be confusing to patients.
Doctor explains new study on colonoscopies
A new medical study raises some questions about just how effective colonoscopies are at preventing deaths from colon cancer. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook breaks down the new study and what it means for patients.
Ryan Reynolds shares intimate health journey
Actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney invite cameras to document their first colonoscopy in order to raise awareness about cancer screening. "CBS Mornings" has the first look, and Dr. Jon LaPook explains who should get screened and why more younger adults are being diagnosed.
Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney film their colonoscopy experiences
Ryan Reynolds and actor Rob McElhenney teamed up with Lead from Behind and filmed their colonoscopy experiences.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
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Trump announces Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks intense backlash
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