The role of depression in adherence to colorectal cancer screening guidelines
Introduction Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States with an incidence rate of approximately 442.3 out of 100 000. In 2021, colorectal cancer (CRC) was responsible for more than 52 000 deaths. Screening is a preventive practice that can detect CRC early. More than 70% of adults aged 45 years or...