That Colonoscopy You Dread Just Got a Lot Easier

The invasive procedure has long been feared and reviled—but a new alternative changes everything

As Chadwick Boseman’s tragic death made all too clear, colon cancer remains a pressing threat for Black men even before they enter middle age. Rates among younger males are on the rise. Early detection remains key to beating the disease—but it also necessitates a screening procedure that’s a literal pain in the ass. The preparation is unpleasant, the screening itself is uncomfortable, and…