On May 1, the renowned 46-year-old MasterChef Australia judge, Jock Zonfrillo, was found dead in a hotel in Melbourne. Reports have said the esteemed chef had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer and was undergoing private treatment. His passing led not only to the temporary suspension of the show’s latest season but also sparked increased public awareness about colorectal cancer prevention and treatment.
Colorectal cancer is a prevalent malignant digestive system tumor, encompassing both colon and rectal cancers. It ranks as the third most common cancer worldwide. According to the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), it is estimated that in 2023, more than 150,000 adults in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, with over 50,000 patients succumbing to the disease. Additionally, the data revealed that in 2020, over 1.88 million new cases were reported globally….