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Risks of Colon Cancer in Women and Men


Men tend to get colorectal cancer at an earlier age than women, but women live longer so they catch up with men and thus the total number of cases in men and women is equal.

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A Healthy Colon Is Imperative For Keeping The Body Healthy And Detoxified


We place significant importance on the products we use to brush our teeth, wash our hair, and cleanse our bodies. Find out as much information as possible, and speak to people who have actually used colon cleansing products and services. Having a healthy colon is the key to long term health and finding good colon healthy recipes is one way to help keep your body healthy.

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Colon Cancer Affects Men and Women Equally


If signs and symptoms of colon cancer do appear, they may include changes in bowel habits, blood in your stool, persistent cramping, gas or abdominal pain. Since colon cancer can grow for years without causing any symptoms, it's best to get regular colon cancer screenings.

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Eliminating Barriers To Colon Cancer Screening


There is good news for those concerned about colon cancer. Physicians know that colon cancer screening saves lives. An estimated 148,000 Americans, both women and men, are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, and every year approximately 55,000 will die--the nation's second deadliest cancer. Yet, it's believed most of these deaths could be prevented through proper screening.

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A Mother’s Battle With Advanced Colon Cancer


In the fall of 2003, Bridget Beranek, a 44-year-old wife and mother of two young girls, was gearing up for a busy holiday season filled with family functions, parties and shopping. So when she began to lose her appetite and energy, Bridget initially chalked it up to holiday stress.

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One Simple Test Can Help You Fight The Battle Against Colon Cancer


Colorectal cancer CRC is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States for both women and men. However, when detected and treated early, colorectal cancer has a five-year survival rate of greater than 90 percent.

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New At-Home Test Aids In Cancer Screening


There's encouraging news for the millions of Americans at risk for colon cancer.

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