Colon Cancer
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Colon cancer is on the rise in young people — but colonoscopies aren't routine until age 45. Here's how to know if you need one earlier.
Colon cancer is now one of the leading causes of cancer deaths in men and women under 50 years old. Here’s what to know and when to get screened.
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Your handy guide to the doctor appointments you should be making annually
Regular doctor visits can catch problems early and even prevent health issues from occurring. Here are the most important ones you need to book.
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Ryan Reynolds has colonoscopy on camera to destigmatize the procedure
“I’ve been on camera a lot. But this was the first time one was shoved up my ass," the actor said.
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Kristen Bell had an elective colonoscopy at 41 — here's when experts say you should consider getting screened
The actress shared that she got her first elective colonoscopy. Here's what that means and why it's important to get screened at the recommended age.
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Can disposable colonoscopy tools lower infection rates?
A new study from Johns Hopkins looks at whether using disposable scopes for colonoscopies can help lower infection rates.
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6-year-old opens lemonade stand to take mom on a date, fulfills promise to late father
Brady's dad, Brandon Campbell, recently passed away after a seven-month battle with stage four colon cancer. He was 37. The very next day, Brady opened up his lemonade stand.
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Colon cancer survivor on dating with an ostomy bag: 'I always tell men up front'
Allison Rosen, a colon cancer survivor, was initially "horrified" by the thought an ostomy bag, but two years later, she says, "it’s given me my life back."