A healthy colon is important for your overall health. Colon polyps are often harmless, but they can be signs of colorectal cancer, which is a leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. The fact that ...

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

Colorectal cancer, or colon cancer, is the third most common cancer diagnosed and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Most colorectal cancers begin as a ...

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.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 71-year-old male who is a nonsmoker and a social drinker. Other than a statin, I am not taking any medications. I have been getting colonoscopies every five years as each time ...

A new study underlines the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for colorectal cancer prevention — especially if you’re ...

Doctors at Mayo Clinic are staying ahead of cancer without surgery. A local woman removed her polyps at Mayo Clinic before they could turn into cancer, without weeks of recovery. The colon is about ...

New research suggests that biological age — a measure of the body’s physiological state — could predict who is at higher risk for developing colon polyps, a key risk factor for colorectal cancer. For ...

Study aims to enhance colorectal cancer prevention by identifying polyp molecular signals, offering improved sensitivity over at-home DNA tests, which have limited ability to detect precancerous ...

Experts say runners should not be alarmed by findings on precancerous polyps and should continue running as research ...