As gastroenterologists we have seen this trend the last five years. All physicians need to be aware of this reality, and quickly refer patients to a gastroenterologist with any concerning symptoms. Colon cancer can be cured if it is caught early at any age. Colon cancer is rising in young Americans. It’s not clear why.
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We continue to learn more about how our food choices affect our health. For optimal brain health, highly processed foods should be avoided. They are readily available and highly addictive which makes them difficult to leave out of our diets. Take the time to think about what you are ingesting before you open your mouth.
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Florida researchers found a startling increase in Barrett’s Esophagus and Esophageal Cancer in Middle-Aged Adults. Also, surprising was the finding of more esophageal cancers in middle-aged women (57%) than men in the last year of the study (2019). We already know about risk factors for esophageal cancer that can be modified or eliminated including obesity,
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The decision to begin rescheduling appointments has been made in the best interest of our patients, ensuring that those who have been waiting for important care now have access to treatment. Over the past few months, we have been and will continue to collaborate with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), maintaining and often exceeding the strictest of standards.
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Mr. Collins’ colon cancer story
I walked into the exam room to see Mr. Collins. Now sixty-five, his shock of straight black hair was now completely gray but still perfectly in place. He was six feet three inches and still weighed one hundred and ninety pounds with no discernible gut. He rose up to greet me and as always said,
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