A new global study reveals a sharp increase in colon cancer cases among individuals under 35, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and preventative measures.
A groundbreaking global study has shed light on the alarming rise of colon cancer in individuals under the age of 35. This research, which examined data from 204 countries and territories, revealed a nearly doubling of disease rates in this age group from 1990 to 2019, soaring from 21,000 to 41,000 cases. Tragically, deaths associated with colon cancer in this age group also saw a significant increase, rising by 25 percent during the same period.
While previous studies have focused on 'early-onset' colon cancer cases in individuals under 50, this new analysis provides crucial insights into the 'very young' population.The study identified three key risk factors strongly linked to colon cancer in individuals under 35: heavy alcohol consumption, obesity, and inadequate calcium intake. Surprisingly, factors such as exercise habits, smoking, and fiber consumption, which have been traditionally associated with colon cancer risk in previous studies, showed little impact on the disease in this younger cohort. While the research did not delve into US-specific data, it revealed a 25 percent increase in North American colon cancer cases among individuals under 35, rising from 1,800 to 2,400.This alarming trend underscores the need for increased awareness and preventative measures among healthcare professionals and young adults. The study's authors emphasized the significance of their findings, stating, 'The results of this study might enhance the vigilance of physicians and young adults towards CRC in individuals under 35 years old, also provide a scientific reference for very EOCRC control policy-making and help with effective allocation of medical resources for very EOCRC prevention and management in the world.' The researchers' call to action highlights the urgency of addressing this growing public health concern and ensuring that younger generations are equipped with the knowledge and resources to mitigate their risk of developing this potentially life-threatening disease
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