Dr. Max A. Shapiro

03/18/2026

Today, take this opportunity to call and remind soneone to get screened!

03/16/2026

This month, we wear blue for Colon Cancer Awareness!

03/13/2026

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/crohns-disease-self-care

Doctors and medications are helpful, but successfully navigating a condition like Crohn’s starts with a self-care regimen. Find out what that means and why these practices make such a big difference.

03/11/2026

Are you looking for a nonprofit to support? Having access to healthy food is crucial for gut health and happiness. FSA provides this to the Metro Atlanta community!

DONATE HERE LEARN MORE LEARN MORE Join us in Celebrating Our Re(w)irement! In 2024, we are excited to recognize the future of Food Security for America by Celebrating Our Re(w)irement and transitioning into a new age of FSA. After 12 years of service, our founder, Rev. Nancy Yarnell, is graciously p...

03/09/2026

Experiencing symptoms or any concerns? Call and let's chat.

03/06/2026

Clear, patient-friendly overview of IBS symptoms, triggers, and treatment options, written for everyday understanding.

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03/04/2026

Here is a very approachable explanation of the gut-brain connection and how stress, anxiety, and IBS symptoms often feed into each other.

03/02/2026

Call today and schedule an exam!

02/27/2026

This breaks down common but overlooked symptoms like changes in bowel habits, fatigue, and re**al bleeding, and explains when to talk to a doctor.

Real stories of young adults diagnosed with colore**al cancer highlight ongoing concern over increasing cases in adults under 50. Experts urge younger adults to get screened for this type of cancer, especially if they have symptoms or a family history of the disease.

02/25/2026

This article explains why colon cancer diagnoses are increasing in people under 50, what symptoms to watch for, and why screening awareness matters even for younger adults.

Doug Corley, MD, PhD, of The Permanente Medical Group, shares why rising colon cancer rates—up 2% yearly in younger patients—demand earlier screening.

02/24/2026

Take this information and screenshot it so you won't forget to make that appointment!

02/18/2026

Please be vigilante regarding your diet and appointments.

Bowel cancer has been making headlines around the world, following the death last week of actor James Van Der Beek. The former Dawson's Creek actor was diagnosed with colore**al cancer at age 45.