When David Thau, a lobbyist in Washington, D.C., was 34, he periodically experienced pain in his stomach, irregular bowel movements, blood in his stool and vomiting, and he visited doctors ...

This article is brought to you by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Colon cancer has become more predominant across the nation in recent years, with the American Cancer Society estimating that ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — We’re focusing on the increase in colon cancer this morning. With recent changes in screening guidelines, that could impact your healthcare decisions. Dr. Eddy Castillo, ...

New guidelines released Wednesday recommend U.S. adults start colon cancer screening earlier, at age 45 instead of 50. The American Cancer Society's advice puts it out of sync with guidelines from an ...

Colonoscopy screenings are a highly effective measure for preventing colon cancer. A healthy lifestyle, including diet and exercise, can reduce risk but does not eliminate the need for screening.

Gastroenterologist Daniel J. Pambianco, MD, writes about ACG’s recently updated guidelines for colorectal screening and the importance of routine colonoscopy screening in a Daily Progress article. Dr.

Colon cancer is a highly preventable disease, and colonoscopy screening is an especially effective preventive measure. Twenty-nine years ago, when I turned 50, it was time for my first colonoscopy. I ...