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Podcast: The Gastro Girl Podcast
Episode: Metastatic Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults: Rising Rates, Causes, and Prevention
Description: Colorectal cancer is striking young adults at an alarming rate, with a surge in metastatic (Stage 4) cases that defies expectations. Why is this happening, and what can young adults do to protect themselves? In this urgent and eye-opening episode, Dr. Kimmie Ng, a world-renowned expert and Director of the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, breaks down the latest research, the hidden risks driving this crisis, and the critical warning signs everyone should recognize. Discover actionable steps to reduce your risk, navigate treatment options, and advocate for early detection. Don't miss this essential...