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06/18/2024

A liquid diet is critical for your colonoscopy prep, but did you know you can drink black coffee the day before your colorectal cancer screening? Don’t add any creamer, though. Doctors’ orders.

06/12/2024

Did you know colorectal cancer almost always begins with a benign growth called a polyp? A polyp is a small cluster of cells in the lining of the colon (large intestine) or re**um. Most polyps can be found and removed with a colonoscopy before they turn into cancer. If you are 45, discuss colon cancer screening options with your doctor.
What’s your reason for not getting screened?

06/04/2024

Colon cancer screenings save lives. If you are 45 or older, talk to your doctor about which screening is best for you.

06/03/2024

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About 90 percent of colon cancer cases and deaths may be preventable, but millions of adults are not getting screened and are at risk for this life-threatening disease.

06/01/2024

If you remember when, in June 1979, McDonald’s officially introduced the $1 Happy Meal to the U.S., then you should get a colorectal cancer screening. If you are 45 or older, schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss screening options.

05/29/2024

Did you know if you have a family history of colorectal polyps or cancer, it is important to talk with your doctor about your risk? Then, get screened. If you’re 45 or older, Schedule an appointment today to discuss colorectal cancer screening options.

05/25/2024

If you remember Ridley Scott’s science fiction horror film “Alien,” released on May 25, 1979, it’s time for your colorectal cancer screening. Like the movie, screenings can be scary, but colorectal cancer is preventable and highly treatable when found at an early stage. If you are 45 or older, discuss screening options with your doctor.

05/21/2024

To ensure the best colorectal cancer screening, colonoscopy requires preparation. A few days before your prep begins, lighten up your diet with these foods:
● Soups and Eggs
● Rice and Pasta
● Salmon and Chicken
● Steamed vegetables

05/15/2024

What’s worse than a colonoscopy?
The sound of scraping nails down a chalkboard.
If you’re 45 or older, schedule your colonoscopy.

05/07/2024

More than 27,000 people younger than 50 will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2030. Colorectal cancer is largely preventable with timely screenings. If you’re 45 or older, schedule a colonoscopy.
What’s your reason for not getting screened?

05/01/2024

Did you know colonoscopy is used for both detection and prevention of colorectal cancer? During this procedure, doctors can find colon cancer even if a person hasn’t experienced symptoms, and they can remove growths called polyps before they have a chance to develop into cancer. If you are 45 or older, talk to your doctor about getting screened.

05/01/2024

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A new study supported by the National Institutes of Health suggests that genotype can affect colon cancer risk based on red or processed meat consumption.