Colorectal Cancer Appears More in Taller People, Study Suggests

Medicine & Technology Mar 07, 2022

A new study shows that taller people are more likely to have colorectal cancer compared to shorter individuals. Click to find out how the particular cancer and height is correlated.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: 39-Year-Old Woman With Terminal Illness Misdiagnosed Due to IBS and Colon Cancer's Similar Symptoms

Nov 09, 2021

Clair Gunn, 39, sought medical care after receiving a misdiagnosis for three years. She was initially told she had irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, but according to her most recent diagnosis, she has a terminal illness — colon cancer.

This Health Screening May Help People 45 Years and Up Prevent Cancer, Study Says

May 31, 2021

A recent study suggests a specific health screening for people 45 years of age and up. This medical examination is the best key to combat one of the deadliest cancer in history.

Understanding Colon Cancer & the Importance of Testing

Aug 29, 2020

The world mourns at the loss of Chadwick Boseman, who died of colon cancer. What is colon cancer and why is screening for the illness so important?

Processed Meat Containing Sodium Nitrite May Cause Colon Cancer

Dec 23, 2019

Chorizo, ham and salami are said to be carrying cancer-causing preservatives

Soda and sports drinks can increase the chances of heart disease, breast and colon cancer

Mar 18, 2019

Researchers from Harvard University says sugary drinks can increase your chances of dying from heart disease, breast or colon cancer.

Colon cancer prevention through microbiota

Mar 16, 2019

The presence of microbiota in early life prevents occurrence of colon cancer

Colonoscopy Can Lives

Mar 14, 2019

Screening for colon cancer remarkably saves lives, but a great number of eligible individuals are yet to be tested.

Colon Cancer Treatment: Nut-Filled Diet & Exercise Could Help Patients Live Longer

May 19, 2017

A recent study showed that eating nut-filled foods and following the American Cancer Society guidelines would aid colon cancer patients.

A Daily Dose Of Aspirin Can Protect Against Colon Cancer - Study

Aug 27, 2015

Researchers announced they have found that by taking aspirin daily the risk of colon cancer is significantly reduced.

Vitamin D Joins the Fight Against Colon Cancer

Jan 20, 2015

Physicians have known for quite some time how great Vitamin D is for humans. It can be essential in preventative measures from many diseases and it has proven help people prevent many other major health risks and ailments too. But now, a new report suggests that it may aid us in the fight against colorectal cancer, as well.

Cancer Death Rates Spare More Than a Million Americans

Jan 03, 2015

According to a new report from the American Cancer Society, cancer is claiming the lives of fewer Americans than ever before. In the past two decades cancer death rates have dropped significantly by 22%, sparing the lives of over 1.5 million people in the United States alone. While cancer death rates have declined in every state, the report found substantial variation in the magnitude of the declines from state to state. Generally, states in the south showed the smallest decline, while states in the northeast had the largest decline. States in the south experienced drops in death rates of about 15%, with rates much higher in other parts of the country.

Colon Cancer Rates Increasing in Young Adults, According to Study

Nov 06, 2014

Number of younger adults with colon cancer is increasing and this could be attributed to lifestyle and genetic factors.