A new report has revealed a concerning trend in the medical field: an increase in colorectal cancer cases among younger people. The Wall Street Journal, CNN, HuffPost, and the Washington Post have all reported on the findings, which have been compiled in a study by The Atlanta Journal Constitution.

The study, which was conducted over the course of two years, showed that colorectal cancer cases among adults under the age of 55 have been steadily increasing. According to the study, the number of colorectal cancer cases in this age group has risen by 11 percent since the early 2000s.

Although the exact cause of the increase is still unknown, doctors are urging people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, which include abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, and blood in the stool. Doctors are also recommending that people get regular screenings for the cancer, as early detection is key to successful treatment.

The study has raised alarm bells among the medical community, and doctors are now working to find out why this increase in colorectal cancer cases is occurring. In the meantime, they are urging people to be proactive in their health care and get regular screenings for the disease.