Screenings are the key to preventing colorectal cancer
Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil shares insights about colorectal cancer symptoms, treatments and the life-saving importance of screening.
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Colon Cancer
A comprehensive view of colon cancer opens new avenues for research
Analyzing both the entire set of genes and all the proteins produced by colon cancer tissues from patient samples has revealed a more comprehensive view
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Colon polyps: Detection is key to preventing cancer
According to the Centers for Disease Control, colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. If you’re aged 50 and
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Three ways to improve gut health
With incidence of heartburn and obesity increasing in the United States, gastrointestinal problems are becoming more common. Dr. Waqar Qureshi, professor of medicine – gastroenterology
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Care for all helps drive Baylor cancer programs
At the recent Baylor College of Medicine Class of 2019 White Coat Ceremony, Dr. Kent Osborne, director of Baylor’s Dan L. Duncan Cancer Center, an
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Colon Cancer: Understanding the basics
Cancer of the colon, also known as the large bowel, is a common – and lethal – disease. It is the second leading cause of
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Simple steps to prevent colon cancer
March is set aside every year to raise awareness of colorectal cancer, the second most common cause of cancer death in America, according to the
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Saving lives 20 minutes at a time: Preventing colon cancer
It is an uncomfortable topic for some, but it shouldn’t be. We are talking about colonoscopies. During this 20-minute procedure, precancerous growths can be identified
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