Why are Black individuals more likely to die from colorectal cancer?
Overall, African Americans are 38% to 43% more likely to die from colorectal cancer than are Whites. So why the disparity?
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Women who start colorectal cancer screenings before age 50 less likely to develop disease
According to a new study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), endoscopic screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) in women before the age of 50 can significantly reduce the risk of CRC.
Keto diet triggers activation of molecule that stops colorectal cancer
Eating a low-carb keto diet could delay the progression of colorectal cancer, suggests a new study from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.
Using light to destroy colorectal cancer cells: Innovative treatment shows no toxic side effects
A recent study from researchers at Texas A&M University details an alternative option of using an implantable wireless device that kills leftover cancer cells during surgery.
Having 2 sugary drinks a day doubles risk of colorectal cancer before age 50
Adults who consume two high-sugar sweetened drinks a day are more than twice as likely to develop colorectal cancer by the time they’re 50
The longer a person is overweight, the greater their risk for developing colon cancer
The longer a person stays overweight, the more likely they are to develop colon cancer, according to new research.
‘Invisibility cloak’ for cancer drugs successfully delivers bacteria to kill tumors
An “invisibility cloak” for cancer drugs could be the new secret weapon that kills life-threatening tumors.
Hard-to-see polyp long thought benign may account for third of colorectal cancers, doctor warns
Serrated polyps are sawtooth-edged growths in the colon that are flat, nearly translucent, and can be difficult to visualize during colonoscopy.
One type of gut bacteria may be secret weapon for fighting off drug-resistant colorectal cancer
Helicobacter hepaticus bacterial species to the gut microbiome can ramp up a strong immune response against colon cancer cells.
Bacterial toxin that causes food poisoning linked to colon cancer
The bacterial toxin that causes common food poisoning symptoms is linked to colorectal cancer, according to a new study.