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Colonoscopies are still the gold standard, but experts now endorse a high-tech stool test and a blood draw amid rising rates of young colon cancer.
For oncologist Timothy Cannon, alarm bells first sounded in 2019, when, within six months, he treated three fit, young patients with advanced colon cancer. Two were still in their 30s, one had just
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Mayo Clinic Q&A: What do you know about colon cancer?
I received a notice from my health system that I’m due for a colorectal cancer screening. I’m 45. Do I really need to have this done now? ANSWER: It’s easy to be confused or overwhelmed by screening recommendations for common types of cancer.
These common myths can hinder early detection and prevention.
The procedure might be trendy, but it comes with risks and doesn't address the root causes of digestive problems.
These supplements may support colon health, but experts say they work best when paired with regular screenings and healthy lifestyle habits.
Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in people under the age of 50, according to the American Cancer Society, but what's behind the alarming surge and why are cases shifting?
Oncologist Timothy Cannon started his research after treating three marathon runners in a six month span, all of whom had advanced colon cancer
What Is a Tubular Adenoma? If you’ve ever had a colonoscopy to screen for colon cancer, your doctor may have told you that they found polyps. These small clumps of cells that form on your colon lining are usually harmless. But they can sometimes lead to ...
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Here's how I knew I had colon cancer: One survivor’s story after a single, subtle symptom
Colon cancer symptoms often don't exist. An active woman shares how repeated nudges from a loved one led to her diagnosis: "My entire life changed that day."