Learn how stool appearance can signal colon cancer. Recognize signs like ribbon-like and pebble-shaped stools, and understand ...

The colon, also known as the large intestine, serves important roles for digestion and metabolism in the body. Approximately 6 feet long in total, the colon and rectum work in unison to first absorb ...

Consuming red and processed meats can increase your risk of colon cancer. Swapping red and processed meats for lean, unprocessed proteins like chicken and legumes may help reduce your risk. Lifestyle ...

South Texas Health System is raising awareness about the importance of colon health. STHS spokesperson Tom Castañeda visited the NBC23 studio to provide insight into the function of the colon, how to ...

In general, fermented foods—including kimchi, sauerkraut, and kefir —are great for gut health because the good bacteria ...

Colon cancer treatment is personalized based on stage, overall health and tumor characteristics. Early detection and accurate ...

Dr. Bethany Malone has treated a lot of colorectal cancer patients. The youngest, not counting those with genetic conditions, ...

After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it’s a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind you. But when the report arrives with the words “colon polyps,” some ...

Next to the breast, the colorectum is the next most diagnosed site for cancer among women, according to World Health Organization. So how do you keep your colon healthy? What are the signs of an ...

(CNN) — Even more colorectal cancer cases are being found in adults under 50, and a new collection of research suggests that a surge in screening may be tied to many of the more recent diagnoses – but ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for all adults starting at age 45. After age 75, the task force recommends talking with your health care team to decide ...

Newcastle University researchers discover exercise rapidly alters blood chemistry to support DNA repair in colon cancer cells ...