Researchers develop risk score to identify young adults at higher risk for early-onset colon cancer.

Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic have created a new risk score to identify young adults under 45 at higher risk for early-onset colon cancer. The score considers family history, BMI, sex, and smoking habits. Individuals with a higher score may start colonoscopy screenings earlier than the current recommendation of age 45. This tool aims to personalize screening recommendations and address rising cases of early-onset colorectal cancer.