Building a healthier, more informed society

COLORECTAL cancer is no longer a disease affecting only older adults. Increasingly, younger Malaysians are being diagnosed at later stages, often because symptoms are overlooked, misunderstood, or ignored.

In Malaysia, colorectal cancer is among the most common cancers affecting both men and women. Yet despite growing public health campaigns, awareness gaps persist. Many people are still unfamiliar with early warning signs, such as persistent changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, abdominal discomfort, or blood in the stool. Cultural stigma and fear surrounding cancer discussions also continue to discourage timely screening and medical consultation.