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Why colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults (James Van Der Beek's death)
February 12, 2026
EVANSTON, Illinois, Feb. 12 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release:

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Why colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults (James Van Der Beek's death)

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Van Der Beek was a champion for early screening, yet his death underscores a troubling trend: Colorectal cancer deaths have been rising among Americans under 50 and it is the leading cause of cancer death in this age group.

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