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

With colorectal cancer a growing concern among younger people, the American Cancer Society has endorsed two new types of stool tests to encourage people to get screened while also recommending a ...

With colorectal cancer a growing concern among younger people, the American Cancer Society has endorsed two new types of stool tests to encourage people to get screened, while also recommending a ...

A new blood test was found to detect colon cancer with more than 80% accuracy — and to rule it out for 90% of healthy people. The results were presented at the 2025 American Society of Clinical ...

The American Cancer Society updated its colorectal cancer screening guideline to reflect molecular-based screening tests that ...

Colonoscopies remain the gold standard, but the American Cancer Society says alternatives may improve screening rates.

Time for a rear-ality check. Colorectal cancer rates have been rising among adults younger than 50 since the 1990s, a troubling trend that has perplexed scientists. Because of the increase in cases, ...

The American Cancer Society’s newest recommendations include blood tests, in addition to stool tests and colonoscopy.

Your body creates certain markers in response to cancer. Some cancer cells also have their own markers. These “biomarkers” can be in the blood, and two FDA approved colorectal cancer tests may be able ...

The Bristol Stool Chart helps you understand poop types and possible health issues. Types 3 and 4 on the chart describe normal, healthy stool that is easy to pass. Type 7 stool is watery diarrhea and ...