Doctor Irinel Popescu warns about the rise in colorectal cancer and stresses the importance of annual screening for early detection.

Acad. Prof. Prof. Dr. Irinel Popescu discussed the alarming increase in colorectal cancer cases, highlighting the decreasing age of onset of the disease. He emphasizes the importance of screening programs, such as the fecal immune test, which help detect cancer early. Popescu notes that although colon cancer can be diagnosed early, many patients do not follow medical advice after a positive result. He also highlights advances in cancer treatments and the need for annual check-ups to prevent disease.