Local woman shares colon cancer diagnosis at 37 to encourage bodily awareness

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A 37-year-old woman diagnosed with colon cancer urges attention to bodily changes, highlighting a rise in early-onset cases. Allison Solomon experienced persistent symptoms like appetite loss and blood in stool, leading to her diagnosis despite no family history and being under the standard screening age of 45. Colorectal cancer rates are increasing in those under 65, prompting research into potential causes like environmental factors and early antibiotic exposure.


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