Andie didn't have any symptoms to "write home about," but knew she wasn't feeling normal. She persisted as an advocate for her own healthcare and only then did she discover she had colon cancer.
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Everyone knows that Halloween candy is damaging for your teeth, but not many realize what sweets can do to your digestive system. To expand awareness of the pitfalls, here is a review of popular candies and recommended healthy alternatives.
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Doctors agree: Colonoscopies and mammograms save lives. Here, we give an overview of screening guidelines and the reasons why these two cancer screenings are so important.
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While many people are aware of the benefits of getting screened, they may need a little encouragement from their family and friends to follow through. You can play a significant role in your loved one’s health by providing that support.
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HealthCentral compiled a list of 10 antioxidant-rich juice recipes. Incorporating these into your daily diet can help to increase your fruit and vegetable intake in an effort to reduce your risk of cancer.
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The 11th Annual 500 Walk/Run for Colon Cancer was canceled Sunday morning. Heavy rain and lightning posed safety concerns for the event that was held by Werner Park.
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The rise in colon cancer cases among younger adults that's been seen in the United States is also occurring in wealthier nations worldwide, new research shows…
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As we transition from spring to summer, many of us are looking for light options for dinner. Here is a fresh, simple, healthy and delicious meal that is a breeze to prepare so we can enjoy the beautiful weather.
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People inquiring about colon cancer often know that getting screened can be crucial, but that doesn’t make it easy. Anxiety about getting a colonoscopy, from the liquid diet to prep for the test itself, is common. Is finding out worth the preparation involved? YES. Early screening saves lives.
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In spite of mother nature’s wrath this spring, cyclists of all ages will take to the road on Sunday, June 16thto help raise awareness for colorectal cancer in the 9thannual Rollin’ to Colon (Nebraska) bike ride. The event helps support the Great Plains Colon Cancer Task Force mission of Education, Early Detection and Prevention…
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Colonoscopies are considered the gold standard for detecting colon cancer, the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Moreover, colonoscopy preparation is critical because the colon must be clean and empty.
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The inaugural event, featuring a 20 minute competition of burpees, came together in two short weeks, with 125 participants raising over $2,500 for the Great Plains Colon Cancer Task Force. Rhonda lost her battle on May 19, 2014, just a few weeks after the Rhonda’s Team event. Last year, the event raise over $10,000!
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Think you’re NOT at risk for colon cancer? Think again.
“If you’ve got a colon, you’re at risk,” says Carol Burke, MD, an expert in colon cancer prevention. Get this quick, life-saving exam. It’s easier than you think.
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After being diagnosed with Stage 1 Colon Cancer in 2014, Andie P. has reached her Fifth Anniversary as a Colon Cancer Survivor.
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Did you know? President William Jefferson Clinton was the first to establish National Colon Cancer Awareness Month in the United States via presidential proclamation on February 29, 2000.
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Researchers recently analyzed whether aspirin, EPA, or a compound of both can lessen colorectal pre-cancerous polyps.
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Starting in Philadelphia, March Forth is an arising national effort to combat colorectal cancer by driving up screening rates.
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A recent study conducted by the journal Oncology Reports shows that maple syrup represses the growth and intrusion of colorectal cancer cells within the human body.
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This healthy hot chocolate is a delicious alternative to the popular powdered mixes we used when we were kids.
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A stage 4-cancer diagnosis helped John MacLeod find his mission to eradicate colon cancer — for everyone.
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