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Scientists have identified new gene mutations that may be tied to colorectal cancer. The study was published online June 22 in Nature Communications.

Genetic Picture of Colorectal Cancer Clarified

Researchers say it's likely that all the major genetic mutations have been discovered
Reiterating a recommendation last made in 2008

USPSTF Reaffirms Need for CRC Screen Beginning at Age 50

U.S. advisory group says there's not enough evidence to endorse one screening method over another
Colorectal cancer patients who take low-dose aspirin may have better survival odds

More Evidence That Low-Dose Aspirin Ups Survival in CRC

Most benefit seen for those taking the drug before their cancer diagnosis
Although overall colorectal cancer rates are declining

DDW: Incidence of Colorectal Cancer Up in Younger People

Incidence up 11.4 percent in 10 years among Americans younger than 50
Overweight colorectal cancer patients may have better survival than their normal-weight peers

Overweight Colorectal CA Patients Display Better Survival Odds

Overweight, but not obese, patients found to be less likely to die
Survival odds for colorectal cancer may depend on which side of the colon the primary tumor develops

ASCO: Side of Colon Tumor Develops on Affects CRC Survival

Patients with primary tumors on left side live longer than those with primary tumors on right
Oophorectomy may lead to increased risk of developing colorectal cancer

Oophorectomy Tied to Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Findings among women who'd undergone oophorectomy for benign indications
Long-term use of statins does not appear to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer

New Research Questions Link Between Statin Use and CRC Risk

It may be cholesterol levels that are associated with reduced chance of colorectal cancer
Patients with colorectal

Improved Survival for Certain Cancers With Low-Dose Aspirin

Improved odds seen for patients with colon, prostate, or breast tumors, but research isn't definitive
A recently approved

AACR: Cologuard Can Detect CRC in Previously Unscreened Patients

Cologuard may help spot tumors, but colonoscopy still preferred option