Rise in Early-Onset Bowel Cancer Fuels Research

Alarmingly, bowel cancer is increasingly striking younger adults, creating a pressing need for answers. Researchers are urgently investigating this trend to understand why and how to improve outcomes for those affected, aiming for earlier detection and more effective treatments.

Research Unveils Concerning Trend

The focus of new research led by Professor Michael Samuel, from the Centre for Cancer Biology at the University of South Australia, aims to tackle this escalating problem. This project, backed by a grant from Bowel Cancer Australia via Cancer Australia, will span three years.

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“We’ve come a long way in the fight against bowel cancer,”

—Professor Michael Samuel

A recent study indicates that individuals born in 1990 are up to three times more likely to be diagnosed with bowel cancer compared to those born in 1950 (University of Melbourne Statistics).

Focus on Biomarkers

Professor Samuel and his team are examining ten key biomarkers, which are chemicals produced by tumors, to identify those at elevated risk and to predict the possibility of recurrence. This should allow more personalized and effective treatment plans.

The primary aims include identifying those at higher risk of early-onset bowel cancer, predicting patient relapses, guiding more personalized treatment plans, and decreasing unneeded treatments.

This extensive research offers hope for improved outcomes, allowing earlier identification, improved treatments, and ultimately, a better future for patients of all ages.