Commentary: Black Americans face higher risk for colon cancer. Here’s why screening matters.

JaDonna Harris, a colorectal cancer survivor from Washington, D.C., shares her personal story to raise awareness about the rising risk of colorectal cancer—especially among Black Americans—and stresses the importance of early screening. Diagnosed shortly after turning 40, Harris highlights how symptoms can be overlooked and urges people not to delay testing, noting that new, more accessible screening options can help save lives. The post Commentary: Black Americans face higher risk for colon cancer. Here’s why screening matters. appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .