Based on evidence that younger people are being diagnosed with colon cancer and would benefit from screening, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is moving the recommended age for colon cancer screening from 50 to age 45.
TUESDAY, May 18, 2021 -- A lot of people think of age 50 as the magic number for getting a first colonoscopy, but earlier is better, a prestigious U.S. expert panel now says.and would benefit from screening, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is moving the recommended age for colon cancer screening from 50 to age 45.or family health history of genetic disorders that increase risk, the task force noted.
The American Cancer Society was already recommending screening this younger age group, having altered its recommendations in 2018 to include those age 45 to 49. "This recommendation of screening for colorectal cancer is a critical preventive measure for all people ages 45 to 75 to help them live longer and healthier lives," Wong said.