The Importance of At-Home Colon Cancer Screening Kits

Colon cancer, among the most prevalent cancers worldwide, is also one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer when detected early. The adoption of at-home colon cancer screening kits has revolutionized early detection efforts, providing individuals with convenient, private, and effective options for monitoring their health.

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Jaime Hann
Vitamin D and Colorectal Cancer Risk

A paper recently published examined the relationship between vitamin D levels and colorectal cancer risk. This new study, entitled “Circulating Vitamin D and Colorectal Cancer Risk: An International Pooling Project of 17 Cohorts” was funded by the National Heart, Blood, and Lung Institute and the National Cancer Institute.

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Jaime Hann
Healthy Thanksgiving Side & Dessert

Many people think it’s extremely difficult or nearly impossible to eat healthily during the holidays. Fortunately, we can still enjoy all our favorite holiday foods, just in a healthier way! While you may choose to enjoy the mashed potatoes and a slice of pecan pie this Thanksgiving, try adding roasted brussels sprouts with butternut squash as a side dish and baked apples for dessert.

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Jaime Hann
Screening at 45: Insurance Companies Adopt Guidelines

On May 18, 2021, the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) lowered the recommended colorectal cancer screening age for average-risk adults from 50 to 45 years old. The change made 20 million additional people eligible for preventive colorectal cancer screenings, most at no cost through insurance.

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Jaime Hann