In the U.S., colon cancer diagnoses among adults younger than 50 began increasing in the mid-1990s, with deaths rising shortly after. This increase is predominantly seen among white individuals.
Being overweight or obese and related health conditions like hyperglycemia and diabetes are primary factors contributing to the rising bowel cancer death toll among young adults.
Dr. Carlo La Vecchia highlighted that heavier alcohol consumption in central and northern Europe and reduced physical activity levels are significant contributors to the rising cases of bowel cancer.
Millennials face twice the risk of developing colorectal cancer compared to Baby Boomers, demonstrating a troubling trend as the disease escalates among younger populations.
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