Colorectal Cancer Is Rising among Younger Adults. Some States Want to Boost Awareness.

Stateline

Mar 6, 2024

Discusses the rise in colorectal cancer rates and mortality disparities for Black and rural Americans. Highlights efforts by multiple states to increase screening rates including in rural West Virginia. Notes challenges for rural residents such as distance to care and shortages of specialists.

Access · Black or African American · Cancer · Health disparities · Health screening · Health workforce supply and demand · Mortality · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · West Virginia