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American Cancer Society says adults should start colorectal cancer screenings at 45

The American Cancer Society is changing its screening recommendations for colorectal cancer, suggesting adults begin screening at age 45 and adding blood-based tests as an option.

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Yuki Noguchi is a correspondent on the Science Desk based out of NPR's headquarters in Washington, D.C. She started covering consumer health in the midst of the pandemic, reporting on everything from vaccination and racial inequities in access to health, to cancer care, obesity and mental health.