Snapshot
- Rising Incidence in Younger Populations
- Changes in Screening Guidelines:
- Geneoscopy’s Impactful Research
- Education and Advocacy
Overview
Rising Incidence in Younger Populations
Andrew Barnell draws attention to the alarming rise in colorectal cancer cases among younger Americans, particularly in the 45 to 49 age group.
Changes in Screening Guidelines
In response to this trend, screening age recommendations for colorectal cancer have been lowered from 50 to 45, with discussions of potentially lowering it further.
Geneoscopy’s Impactful Research
Geneoscopy is actively contributing to this field, recently announcing study results focused on the sensitivity profile in the 45 to 49 age group, aiming to improve early detection.
Education and Advocacy
The company is deeply involved in educating and advocating for early screening and awareness of symptoms, vital for early diagnosis and treatment.
