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Colon Cancer Internet URL http://www.fcmsdocs.org/PublicHeathInfo/coloncancer.html This document also available in Chinese-Traditional Sponsoring Agency Federation of Chinese American and Chinese Canadian Medical Societies Description Cancer of the large intestine (colon cancer) is a common cancer in people over age 50, affecting about 1 in 20 people in North America. Early detection is important since early treatment improves the chance of complete cure. Related Topics Colorectal Cancer Review Date 1/13/2004

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