What is a colonoscopy and should I get one?:
Rates of colorectal cancer have risen in those under 50. Here’s what to know about screening in the US
theguardian.com/wellness/2025/aug/12/what-is-a-colonoscopy
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medical practice of testing a group or population for disease or medical conditions, who may not yet exhibit disease symptoms, enabling earlier intervention and disease management
endoscopic examination of the large bowel and the distal part of the small bowel
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