A new study suggests that a common pesticide, picloram, may contribute to growing rates of early onset colorectal cancer, asides from known risk factors such as smoking and diet.

Scientists have zeroed in on a widely-used weed killer that could be tied to a historic rise in young colon cancer cases.

Daily low dose aspirin does not significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, according to a large analysis of previous ...

A doctor explains what to know about your risk of colon cancer as he's treating more young patients, including a 22-year-old ...

April 25, 2025 • Scientists have a new clue in the mystery of why younger people are getting more colon cancer. It may have to do with a toxin produced by a common gut microbe. April 7, 2025 • Colon ...

Colorectal cancer is rising among Americans under 50, increasing 2.9% even as cases decline in older adults. The cancer begins as polyps in the colon or rectum and may cause symptoms like bowel ...

Colon cancer, one of the more common forms of cancer, can be influenced by a range of factors, some of which might be less expected. Chronic constipation can lead to prolonged retention of toxins in ...