The recent death of the 48-year-old actor James Van Der Beek is again highlighting how colorectal cancer is increasingly ...

The recommended age to begin colonoscopy screening is 45, but some people should start sooner. SDI Productions via Getty Images It’s been frequently reported that colorectal cancer rates are ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Colorectal cancer is preventable and ‘highly treatable’ if detected early, according to the National Cancer Institute.Photograph: ...

Colonoscopies are a regular part of routine care for people with Crohn’s disease. Use these tips to make colonoscopy prep ...

What's causing the rise is unknown. Many theories point to lifestyle causes such as increased weight, eating more ultra-processed foods and excessive alcohol use A survey released in March showed that ...

Colon cancer is common and it's preventable. Early detection saves lives. Have you been putting your colonoscopy off?

More than 100,000 Americans will be diagnosed with colon cancer this year, according to estimations by the American Cancer Society (ACS). Medical professionals generally agree that getting a ...

A colonoscopy is a medical procedure performed to inspect the inside of the rectum and colon (large intestine). During a colonoscopy, a healthcare provider inserts a flexible tube with a camera ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am a physician and behavioral scientist at Duke University. Colon cancer is often preventable with timely screening. One way to ...

You know that you should book a mammogram every two years and a dental cleaning every year, but what about the rest of your body? A colonoscopy is a routine medical procedure that could save your life ...