Local Spotlight | Colon Cancer Awareness Month

6abc STUDIOS (WPVI) -- March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and doctors are sounding the alarm: colon cancer is being diagnosed more often in younger adults - even people in their 30s and 40s. The good news is that screening can actually prevent colon cancer before it starts.

Local Spotlight is joined by Dr. Joseph Triggs, Medical Director of Gastroenterology at Main Line Health. He explains what you need to know, when to get screened, and how to overcome common fears.

Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, and screening saves lives. If you're age 45 or older - or have symptoms or a family history - talk with your doctor about getting screened.

Visit MainLineHealth.org/WellAheadPhilly for more information and to schedule an appointment.