Colorectal Cancer News & Features
Aspirin May Reduce Colorectal Cancer in High-Risk Adults
- Breakthrough Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer Gets Green Light
July 29, 2024 — A breakthrough in medical testing now allows for colorectal cancer screening with just a simple blood test, promising a more accessible and less invasive way to catch the disease early.
- Young People’s Gut Bacteria May Be Driving Colorectal Cancer Risk
June 5, 2024 — Genetics and diet are among the top theories on what's fueling the troubling rise of colorectal cancer in young adults. Now, a new look at genetic data from people with the disease further suggests that the cause is linked to what's happening in the gut.
- Late Eating Linked to Higher Risk for Colorectal Cancer
May 23, 2024 — Experts have long cautioned against eating late at night – especially a large meal loaded with fats or sugars – and now there’s another reason to listen to their advice. A new study suggests eating within 3 hours of bedtime at least 4 days a week could increase chances for developing colorectal cancer.
- Behind the Spike in Colorectal Cancer Among Young Americans
May 15, 2024 — Colorectal cancer cases increased a whopping 333% among 15- to 19-year-olds and 185% among 20- to 24-year-olds from 1999 to 2020.
- This Mutation Likely Saved a Colon Cancer Patient's Life
March 18, 2024 — His tumor had a specific genetic makeup known as mismatch repair-deficient, present in 5% to 10% of all rectal cancer patients, meaning he might qualify for a cutting-edge immunotherapy.
- New Blood Test for Colon Cancer Highly Accurate in Trial
March 14, 2024 — A simple blood test to detect colorectal cancer showed promising results in a study published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine.
- Jury Still Out on Whether Green Tea Lowers Colon Cancer Risk
November 9, 2023 — Can green tea lower your risk of colorectal cancer? It depends on who – and what research – you believe.
- Breaking Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Care for Black Patients
November 6, 2023 — What to know about braking the barriers to colorectal cancer care for Black patients, who are estimated to be 20% more likely to receive a colorectal cancer diagnosis than any other racial or ethnic group.
- How Exercise Boosts Your Body’s Ability to Prevent Cancer
October 4, 2023 — Forty-five minutes of intense exercise three times a week may reduce cancer risk in patients with Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that can lead to cancer at a young age.
- Colon Cancer in People Under 45
June 27, 2023 — Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Mark Lewis, MD talks about why, what signs to watch for, and what you can do to reduce your odds.
- Changing Trends in Colorectal Cancer
June 6, 2023 — Colorectal cancer is on the rise in younger people and in women. Here's what signs to look for and what age to screen.
- What’s a Colonoscopy Like? ChatGPT Delivers Credible Answers
May 11, 2023 — A new study shows that ChatGPT generates easily understandable, scientifically adequate, and generally satisfactory answers to common questions people may have about colonoscopy.
- Seniors With Few Years Left Often Advised to Get Colonoscopy
March 21, 2023 — Some polyps, if allowed to grow, have the potential to develop into cancer, a transformation that can take 10 to 15 years. This long timeline highlights the importance of considering life expectancy in deciding which patients should have a repeat colonoscopy.
- This Common Infection Could Raise Your Risk for Colon Cancer
March 21, 2023 — Researchers are homing in on a new connection between colon cancer and the infectious bacterium known as Clostridioides difficile, or C. diff.
- Colon Cancer Rates Continue to Climb in People Under 55
March 2, 2023 — New data show that colorectal cancer is increasing among younger people, and that the disease is more frequently being discovered in late stages when it is more difficult to treat.
- Gut Check: The Real Reason You Avoid That At-Home Stool Test
February 16, 2023 — Adopting “defensive” behaviors could be a key barrier keeping people from recommended colorectal cancer tests, especially among men and those with lower socioeconomic status.
- Many People Don’t Get Colonoscopies Even After Positive Stool Test
January 27, 2023 — Nearly half of people with a positive stool test result don’t get a potentially lifesaving, follow-up colonoscopy, according to a new study.
- Living With a Port
A medical port is no bigger than a quarter. But if you have advanced colon cancer, it’s likely changed the way you get chemotherapy.
- Blood Test May Spot Early Colon Cancer
September 29, 2010 — A simple blood test may help identify colon cancer early when it is in its most treatable stages.
- Embracing Life After Colon Cancer
Darrick Price was diagnosed with colon cancer at 16. Now 18 years later, he credits his surgeon for saving his life.
