Everyday Health

Lasting Gut Microbiome Changes May Keep Colorectal Cancer Risk Elevated After Precancerous Polyps

A new study underlines the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for colorectal cancer prevention — especially if you’re ...

A possible link has been found between colon cancer and marathoners – here’s what to know

Experts say runners should not be alarmed by findings on precancerous polyps and should continue running as research ...

Marathon Runners May Have Higher Risk of Colon Cancer, Study Suggests

Oncologist Timothy Cannon started his research after treating three marathon runners in a six month span, all of whom had ...

3 new low-cost ways to check for colon cancer — that only take 5 minutes

Colonoscopies are still the gold standard, but experts now endorse a high-tech stool test and a blood draw amid rising rates ...
Times of San Diego

My doctor found a colon polyp, now what?

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

Amy Schumer, Kathy Griffin talk colonoscopy complications. Are they common?

After recent comments from celebs, it may sound like colonoscopy complications are common. But such complications are ...

Marathons and ultramarathons may be linked to colon cancer. Here’s why.

For oncologist Timothy Cannon, alarm bells first sounded in 2019, when, within six months, he treated three fit, young ...