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Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) announced findings published in Cancer Prevention Research, highlighting the effectiveness of Cologuard in screening average-risk adults aged 45-49 for colorectal cancer. The study revealed a test specificity of 95.2% for participants without advanced precancerous lesions. The research supports Cologuard's role in mitigating risks and costs associated with unnecessary procedures. With colorectal cancer being the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., this data emphasizes the importance of early detection, especially as cases in younger adults have significantly increased.

Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) anticipates reporting a 2020 fourth-quarter revenue of $464.5 million to $467.5 million. Expected Screening revenue is projected between $249 million and $250 million, marking a 9% increase year-over-year. The company anticipates Precision Oncology revenue of $117 million to $118 million and COVID-19 testing revenue between $98.5 million and $99.5 million. While these estimates are promising, they are preliminary and subject to change pending completion of the financial statements.

Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) has finalized its acquisition of Thrive Earlier Detection Corp., a significant move towards establishing blood-based multi-cancer screening as a standard practice. CEO Kevin Conroy emphasized the strategic importance of this acquisition in revolutionizing cancer diagnostics and improving early detection and treatment options for patients. The company is committed to advancing its product pipeline, building on successes like Cologuard and Oncotype DX. This acquisition is aimed at addressing some of the most lethal cancers and enhancing patient care.

Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) will participate in the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 13, 2021, at 2:50 p.m. EST. Investors can join the discussion via webcast, accessible through the investor relations section of Exact Sciences' website.

This leading cancer diagnostics company aims to advance patient care and tackle deadly cancers through innovative solutions. For more details, visit exactsciences.com.

Exact Sciences Corp. (NASDAQ: EXAS) presented new data at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS), emphasizing the Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score test's role in personalizing early breast cancer treatment. The ADAPT study revealed that patients with clinically high-risk node-negative or node-positive disease can forgo chemotherapy based on favorable Recurrence Score results, achieving a 5-year distant disease-free survival rate of 96%. A new RSClin tool will provide individualized estimates for chemotherapy benefits, enhancing treatment discussions. The meta-analysis integrates findings from over 10,000 patients.

Exact Sciences Corp. (NASDAQ: EXAS) announced significant findings from the RxPONDER trial, presented at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, indicating that the Oncotype DX test can help avoid unnecessary chemotherapy for the majority of postmenopausal women with node-positive early-stage breast cancer. The study involved over 5,000 participants, revealing that two-thirds of postmenopausal women showed no chemotherapy benefit, while premenopausal women had a minor benefit. This research aims to refine treatment decisions and could impact tens of thousands of women globally.

Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) announced its participation in the Evercore ISI HealthCONx Conference on December 2, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. EST.

Investors can access the webcast through the investor relations section of the company's website.

Exact Sciences focuses on cancer screening and diagnostics, investing in its product pipeline to address various cancers and improve patient care.

For more details, visit exactsciences.com.

Exact Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: EXAS) announced participation in two investor conferences in November 2020. These include a fireside chat at the Stifel Virtual Healthcare Conference on November 16 at 9:20 a.m. EST, and a fireside chat at the Jefferies Virtual London Healthcare Conference on November 18 at 2:55 p.m. EST. Investors can access the webcasts via the company's website. The company specializes in cancer screening and diagnostic tests, including Cologuard and Oncotype DX, and is focused on expanding its product pipeline.

The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has drafted updated guidelines recommending colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45. Exact Sciences' Cologuard® is specifically included as a screening method for average-risk adults aged 45 to 75. Cologuard has demonstrated a 92% detection rate for colorectal cancers in a study involving nearly 10,000 patients. The guidelines aim to increase screening rates among 44 million unscreened Americans, highlighting a growing incidence of colorectal cancer in individuals under 50. A final recommendation is expected in 2021.