Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in the U.S. Approximately 140,000 people are diagnosed with it each year, and 50,000 die from it. Since 2000, March has been designated as Colon Cancer Awareness Month with …
Category: Colorectal Cancer
Does Coffee Help Prevent Cancer?
Coffee is one of the most universally consumed beverages around. In fact, it is estimated that 83% of American adults drink coffee daily. It is well known that coffee can help to wake you up, but can it actually help …
Are Food Additives Linked to Colon Cancer?
Of the cancers that affect men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common. According to the most recent colorectal cancer statistics, over 136,000 Americans were diagnosed with the disease in 2013. Research suggests that …
How Smoking Affects Colorectal Health
Toxins and carcinogens in tobacco smoke are believed to damage DNA and tissues in the body over time which can cause an array of health issues. While most people know that smoking can have negative effects on your lungs, heart …
Colorectal Health and Physical Activity
May 25th is Senior Health Fitness Day As you grow older, it becomes imperative that you continue to be active! That’s why there is a national day for seniors to examine their current fitness patterns and make an action plan …
Are You Up-to-Date on Your Colorectal Cancer Screenings?
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. Did you know that recommended screenings could prevent 60% of these deaths. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, so it’s the perfect time to check with your …
Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery
If you’ve been diagnosed with a colon condition, such as cancer, Crohn’s disease or colitis, your surgeon may recommend removing all or part of the colon. If you want a surgery option that might reduce healing time, ask your physician …
What Can I Do to Prevent Colorectal Cancer?
According to The National Cancer Institute, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Your colon is a major part of your digestive system that helps remove waste and sends nutrients from food into your …
Diet After Colorectal Cancer Surgery
It’s common to have questions about diet after every surgery, especially after colorectal cancer surgery. A colectomy, which is commonly used to treat colon cancer, involves removing the part of the colon that’s affected. Even though it’s tough to stay …
Facts about Colorectal Cancer
March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, with more than 50,000 Americans dying from the cancer each year. Here are a few important facts to know …