Doctors push new blood tests for colon cancer
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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.
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Lasting gut microbiome changes may keep colorectal cancer risk elevated after precancerous polyps
A new study underlines the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for colorectal cancer prevention — especially if you’re already had a polyp removed.
A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the ...
Oncologist Timothy Cannon started his research after treating three marathon runners in a six month span, all of whom had advanced colon cancer
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