Disparities in Colorectal Cancer

Researchers Identify Seven Key Risk Factors for Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer in Males
A new study published in Cancer Prevention Research identifies seven risk factors for early-onset colorectal cancer for men under 50 and developed a risk evaluation model that may help identify younger men for whom earlier screening should be considered. The study, led by Dr. Thomas Imperiale of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, sought to identify the risk factors for early-onset colorectal cancer that could inform decisions about screening. The researchers examined the medical records of male veterans aged 35 to 49 diagnosed with sporadic, early-onset colorectal cancer between 2008-2015. ...
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