There is an urgency to getting screened," says an expert gastroenterologist. See what the recent guideline changes mean for you.

The American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guidelines to reflect advances in technology and increase ...

The American Cancer Society (ACS) updated its guidelines Wednesday to include two new screening options for colorectal cancer, including a first-ever blood test.

A pioneering blood test that can detect more than 50 cancers before symptoms appear could save tens of thousands of lives a year, promising new research suggests.

The blood test is called “Shield” and detects DNA fragments released by cancerous tumors. But it is not meant to replace colonoscopies.

Monica Trott was about to turn 30 when she started to notice blood in her stool. As a gastroenterology nurse who helped people prepare for colonoscopies, she was deeply familiar with common symptoms ...

According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in adults younger than 50. The Blue Ridge Free Clinic tests for eligible patients and refers higher ...

The American Cancer Society is adding some new testing options to its screening guideline for colorectal cancers – and for ...

Share on Pinterest New colorectal cancer guidelines from the ACS highlight noninvasive screening methods. Image credit: Marco Govel/Stocksy The American Cancer Society (ACS) updated its colorectal ...

The American Cancer Society updated its screening guidelines for colorectal cancer Wednesday, expanding the number of methods to include a simple blood test.

Colon cancer screening just got easier, with new blood and at-home stool tests now available as cases rise in younger adults.

The American Cancer Society is changing its screening recommendations for colorectal cancer, suggesting adults begin screening at age 45 and adding blood-based tests as an option.