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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.
Aug 5, 2025 (03:57)
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