Blood tests taken in a doctor’s office now can be used to screen for colon cancer, according to updated American Cancer Society (ACS) guidelines. The new guidelines also recommend Cologuard, an ...

The American Cancer Society updated colorectal cancer screening guidelines, adding blood-based tests and reaffirming screening should begin at age 45.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) updated its guidelines Wednesday to include two new screening options for colorectal cancer, including a first-ever blood test.

The American Cancer Society is now adding blood tests to its guidelines for colorectal cancer screening. Here's what that means (and doesn't).

About 50 million Americans aren’t getting screened for colon cancer at a time when colon-cancer rates are rising.

Fact checked by Jennifer Klump Key Takeaways The American Cancer Society now recommends stool-based tests and a blood test as ...

Opinion: The American Cancer Society’s new guidelines for colon cancer are a major win for Marylanders, writes Dr. Eric ...

Colonoscopies remain the gold standard, but the American Cancer Society says alternatives may improve screening rates.

With colorectal cancer a growing concern among younger people, the American Cancer Society has endorsed two new types of stool tests to encourage people to get screened while also recommending a ...

As colorectal cancer rates continue to rise among younger people, the American Cancer Society has issued updated screening recommendations, including an endorsement of two new types of stool tests. Dr ...

A new test could be an option for the 40% of Americans over age 45 who are not up to date with screenings. The Food and Drug Administration provided final approval on Monday for a new colorectal ...

The American Cancer Society on Wednesday expanded the colorectal cancer screening lineup for average-risk adults 45 and older, officially adding a blood test to the mix. Colonoscopy is still the gold ...