Many colorectal cancers begin as polyps. These growths are usually benign and cause no immediate harm. However, two specific ...

In many cases, symptoms of this cancer might not be present, which is why it’s critical to stay up to date on screenings.

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about a cancer that is both common and highly ...

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in people younger than 50. Early screening and lifestyle changes are recommended.

Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding from polyps in the digestive tract. This can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Oral and intravenous iron may help, but there may be some risks. Persistent bleeding ...

For the majority of patients with large or difficult to remove colorectal polyps (growths in the colon), the incidence of cancer is actually lower than previously thought, and using more advanced ...

Dr. Andrea Marcus, a colon and rectal surgeon at Hartford HealthCare, says while there are now several types of screenings ...

Unlike your actual age, which is simply the number of years you’ve been alive, your biological age shows how well (or poorly) your body is functioning. It’s affected by things like your genes, how you ...

The Westchester County Department of Health is raising awareness that colorectal cancer is increasing among younger adults. Westchester County has established a County-wide Colorectal Cancer Coalition ...

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and if there’s one message I want every neighbor, friend, and family member to hear, ...