Colon Cancer Health News Page 6

The two antioxidants didn't help prevent polyps, researchers say

One in 6 diagnosed under 50 has at least one gene mutation that ups risk, study says

Follow-up is not consistent, even if they're part of 'safety net' health program

Emulsifiers may change intestinal bacteria and promote inflammation, researchers say

Study found 'right-sided' tumors had worse prognoses, with implications for screening and treatment

Many lives could be saved if people avoided alcohol and smoking, ate better and stayed active, researchers report

Large analysis finds declines or stagnation in many basic health measures

Belly pain and black or bloody stools should not be ignored, doctor says

But, expert says age shouldn't be only criterion for screening for colon cancer

Researchers studying connection between retinoic acid and inflammation in gut

Risk appears to be particularly high for people who had breast or colon cancer

High levels of physical activity linked to lower risk for two cancers, diabetes, heart disease and stroke

Study couldn't prove cause-and-effect, however, so experts believe more data is needed

Study found an association -- but no proof -- of prolonged survival 

DNA-based screen would aid treatment decisions for people with early-stage disease