More Posts About: Colon cancer risk

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Typically, colon cancer is considered a disease only experienced by those approaching retirement age. Considering the average age of retirement in the United States is now 62, the idea that colon cancer only affects the “elderly” is not only false, but a dangerous misconception. Currently, colonoscopy screenings are recommended for: Men and women [...]
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Do I need a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is recommended every 10 years for anyone aged 50 and older. However, some individuals may be at a higher risk for colon cancer and will require a colonoscopy screening earlier or more often. You are at a higher risk for colon cancer if you: Have a personal or […]
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Maybe a colonoscopy isn’t at the top of your to-do list, but it should be. Undergoing a colonoscopy is the number one defense men and women have against colon cancer – a highly preventable cancer that can be effectively treated or avoided with early detection via a colonoscopy. Many individuals put off having a colonoscopy […]