Family History Key In Watching For Colon Cancer
By The Colon Cancer Alliance Did your grandparents have colon cancer? Have any of your relatives ever had polyps? Knowing the answers to questions like these could tell you if you are at an increased...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer: Myths And Misconceptions
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Some say ignorance is bliss, but experience tends to prove otherwise. Make sure you’re informed about the truths and misconceptions concerning...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer Screening
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons This article explains the importance of testing for symptoms that may reveal a disease or condition that could lead to colon or rectal cancer....
View ArticleLowering Your Risk For Colorectal Cancer
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Avoiding alcohol, regular exercise, and sticking to a healthy diet are just a few of the ways you can reduce your chances of developing colorectal...
View ArticlePatients Share Their Colorectal Screening Stories
By The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Visiting the doctor can be a scary time for some, even when all that’s expected is a routine check-up. So imagine the kinds of worries some may have...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer Rates By State
By The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention In the following maps, the U.S. states are divided into groups based on the rates at which people developed or died from colorectal cancer in 2007,...
View ArticleCommon Questions About Colorectal Cancer
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons What is colorectal cancer? What’s a polyp? What causes the deadly disease? Here are some answers to the questions you may have about colorectal...
View ArticleThe Colon: What It Is And Why It’s Important
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons What exactly is the colon and what is its function? Read this article to learn the answers to these questions, and more. What is the Colon? The...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer Survivor: ‘Timing Is Everything’
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Three years ago, 61-year-old Sharon Tschider from Bismarck, North Dakota, noticed she had bleeding with her bowel movements. Married and the...
View ArticleFootball Star Says His Mission Is To Save Lives
By The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons No one expects to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, especially a former professional football player who takes pride in staying in good...
View ArticleAwareness Key To The Colon Cancer Fight
By Andrew Spiegel Colon Cancer Alliance One of the keys to eradicating colon cancer is awareness. Being aware of risk factors, symptoms, family history and screening options will not only help in...
View ArticleKnocking Out The Side Effects Of Colorectal Cancer Treatment
By Laura D. Porter, MD Colon Cancer Alliance Patient Advocate Medical Consultant In January 2003, I was 42 and completing my first year of my pediatric residency. My life was extremely busy; I was...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer Facts
Call Us Toll-Free To Schedule A Screening: 866-494-0046. More than 50,000 people will die from Colorectal Cancer this year. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths and often has no symptoms....
View ArticleAuthorities Remember Philadelphia Firefighter Who Took His Own Life
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – In the wake of the suicide death last week of Philadelphia Firefighter Jack Slivinski, the Firefighter’s Union is sounding the alarm. The president of the union, Bill Gault, wants...
View ArticleNever Tested for Colon Cancer? What’s Your Excuse?
The following content is provided by the American Cancer Society. ______________________________ By Durado Brooks, MD, MPH Embarrassing! Painful! Disgusting!! These are some of the words that come to...
View ArticleColon Cancer Screening Saves Lives, But Many People Still Don’t Get Screened
The following content is provided by the Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA). ______________________________ By Andrew Spiegel, Esquire Chief Executive Officer, Colon Cancer Alliance One in three people 50...
View ArticleColorectal Cancer Surgery-Follow Up Evaluation
The following content is provided by The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. ______________________________ Why should there be a postoperative follow-up program? Surgery is the most...
View ArticleFive Myths About Colorectal Cancer
The following content is provided by the American Cancer Society. ______________________________ In many cases, colorectal cancer can be prevented. Still, it’s one of the 5 most common cancers in men...
View ArticleTime To Talk About Colon Cancer
The following content is provided by the Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA). ______________________________ By Andrew Spiegel, Esquire Chief Executive Officer, Colon Cancer Alliance When is the last time you...
View ArticleLaparoscopic Surgery – What Is It?
The following content is provided by The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. ______________________________ What is laparoscopic surgery? Laparoscopic or “minimally invasive” surgery is a...
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