Articles for Tag: "colonoscopy"

5 reasons a colonoscopy isn’t so bad 
5 reasons a colonoscopy isn’t so bad
Experts say too many people avoid getting this important test that helps save lives.
Study highlights racial disparity in deaths from colon cancer 
Study highlights racial disparity in deaths from colon cancer
Research finds that where polyps grow can impact diagnosis of the disease.
Can you prevent colon cancer? 
Can you prevent colon cancer?
One in 20 will face a diagnosis of colon cancer in their lifetime, but this doesn’t have to be a death sentence.
Colon screening myths debunked 
Colon screening myths debunked
Here are some common myths and misconceptions about colonoscopies.
Understanding the genetic risk of cancer  Featured
Understanding the genetic risk of cancer
Read how one man took advantage of genetic testing to greatly lessen his chances of developing colon cancer.
Routine colonoscopy finds and stops life-threatening tumor 
Routine colonoscopy finds and stops life-threatening tumor
Read how Bella Perlman is embracing life after her surgery.
Study reinforces colon cancer screenings 
Study reinforces colon cancer screenings
More evidence reveals that screenings cut colorectal cancer risk deaths in half.