NEW YORK, Oct. 28 (UPI) --New blood tests screen for colorectal cancer in a much less invasive way than colonoscopy, but deaths will increase if many people choose this alternative, a new study ...

Colon cancer treatment is personalized based on stage, overall health and tumor characteristics. Early detection and accurate ...

For years, the gold standard in screening for colon cancer has been a colonoscopy. But a colonoscopy is a medical procedure that involves length prep work, along with being put under, making it ...

Kam knew it was important to get screened for colon cancer as soon as she was eligible. With her dad’s side of the family being affected by breast, kidney and prostate cancer, Kam wanted to “get all ...

The latest data from the American Cancer Society released in March 2014 shows colon cancer incidence rates have dropped 30 percent in the United States in the last 10 years among adults 50 and older ...

Dr. Bethany Malone has treated a lot of colorectal cancer patients. The youngest, not counting those with genetic conditions, ...

Colonoscopies are the most effective way to detect and prevent colorectal cancer, the third most common cancer in the U.S. At-home tests are available but are less accurate than colonoscopies. Just ...

ROANOKE, Va. – March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. It’s the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men, and the fourth leading cause in women, according to the American Cancer Society. 10 ...

Leigh Anne has lived a life showing up for others. As a mom, wife, and teacher, she has dedicated her time to caring for and helping those around her. Because of this, she, like many, put off having a ...

It’s not an easy topic to discuss: your colon and rectum. But I have these conversations often in my profession. Some of us must be reminded to take a moment to make necessary cancer screening ...

INDIANAPOLIS — When Alnisa Armstrong went for a routine baseline colonoscopy at age 50, she wasn't worried. As a mom, grandma and fitness enthusiast, she felt she was doing everything to stay healthy.

Screening colonoscopy Screening Colonoscopies are performed on patients that have no presenting signs or symptoms related to the digestive system, but have reached the age for routine screenings.