Soccer legend Abby Wambach said colon cancer screening at 35 likely saved her life

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US soccer icon Abby Wambach, shown here in a 2015 game, said she never expected to need colon cancer screening as a young, healthy athlete.

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A doctor shares 5 high-fiber food tips to help lower your risk of colon cancer, from snacks to smoothies

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A diet high in fiber-rich foods, such as berries and seeds, may help lower the risk of colorectal cancer.

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A 42-year-old thought blood in the toilet was pregnancy-related hemorrhoids. She had colorectal cancer.

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Laura Behnke didn't know she had colorectal cancer when this photo was taken.

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He was diagnosed with colon cancer at 31 in prison, and his survival odds weren't great. Now 59, he says spiraling is pointless.

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Nick Leeson was given a 60% chance of living within five years after his diagnosis. That was 28 years ago.

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A new report reveals that a third of colon cancer cases now occur in the rectum. Take these steps to protect yourself at any age.

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A 20-year-old woman had waves of stomach pain for months. She was eventually diagnosed with stage 2 colon cancer.

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Davis, 21, was diagnosed with colon cancer in late 2024 after experiencing stomach pain.

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I almost brushed off sharp stomach pain — it turned out to be stage 3 colon cancer

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Mark Seguin was diagnosed with colon cancer at 35. He's discovered exercise can dramatically reduce the risk of colon cancer recurrence.

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A doctor shares 3 ways women can lower their cancer risk, starting in their teens and 20s

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OB-GYN Dr. Aliabadi stressed the importance of advocating for yourself when it comes to cancer screenings.

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The GoFundMe for James Van Der Beek's family has now raised more than $2 million in the 2 days since his death

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James Van der Beek died at the age of 48.

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James Van Der Beek died at 48 after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Here's what to know about common symptoms, which can be subtle.

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Van Der Beek filmed "The Real Full Monty" in 2024 to raise awareness around colorectal cancer.

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