I tried ignoring the signs for so long. I thought, “I’m healthy, I eat well and exercise regularly, and I don’t have a family history of colon cancer - these tests can wait until I have insurance.” But I was wrong.
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In this interview, Dr. Josh Evans and local radio DJ and colon cancer survivor, Crash Davis discuss the symptoms of colon cancer, why to get a colonoscopy and the impact that Covid-19 has had on screening rates. Listen to these two :60 segments to learn why getting screened for colorectal cancer is so important and how it could save your life!
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Colorectal cancer is a silent killer. Symptoms may not appear until after the cancer has spread and become difficult to treat. However, by testing people without symptoms (screening), most colorectal cancers can be prevented or found early, when treatable. Yes, colon cancer is preventable, treatable and beatable. But we must get in the game if we want to be on the winning team.
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Thank you to everyone who dressed in blue on March 5!
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Joining Mike Hogan in a two-part “Live & Local” discussion is Dr. Josh Evans.
Dr. Evans specializes in gastroenterology and is the President of the Great Plains Colon Cancer Task Force, the nonprofit organization behind the "Dress in Blue Day NE" and Colon Cancer Awareness efforts.
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Try this recipe for Tex-Mex Sorghum Chili to incorporate more whole grains into your diet. It’s best to include more whole grains, like sorghum, in your meals to fill your diet with fiber, as fiber is linked to reducing the risk of colorectal cancer.
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On December 9, 2020, the U.S House of Representatives passed the Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act UNANIMOUSLY! This is a huge step forward, but we aren’t done yet! The Senate still needs to pass the bill before it can go to the President for signature.
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While many people are aware of the benefits of getting screened, they may need a little encouragement from their family and friends to follow through. You can play a significant role in your loved one’s health by providing that support.
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Virtually all of these squash varieties can be found at your local grocery store or farmer’s market, and will probably start arriving in your rescued organic produce boxes soon. Just as well, these varieties are also very easy to grow on your own.
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Nearly 18,000 people under the age of 50 will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year in the United States, said Rebecca Siegel, M.P.H., of the American Cancer Society. But the disease is still relatively rare, affecting far less than 1% of younger adults.
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The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced its intent to recommend that colorectal cancer (CRC) screenings begin at 45 years old for individuals at average risk. The majority of health insurance carriers in the United States will follow the USPSTF recommendation once finalized. This means that people age 45 and older will, in most cases, be eligible for insurance reimbursement for CRC screening.
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"We have so many drugs to treat cancer, but almost none to prevent it," says Gunaje. "Cancer is not going away, so we need to find ways to prevent it.” A study initially investigating aspirin as a preventive treatment for colorectal cancer coincidentally uncovered a mechanism that might explain how fruit and vegetables reduce the risk of developing this disease.
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Doctors agree: Colonoscopies and mammograms save lives. Here, we give an overview of screening guidelines and the reasons why these two cancer screenings are so important.
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African Americans are at greater risk of getting colon cancer and dying from it than any other ethnic group, according to the American Cancer Society.
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Earlier this year, the American Cancer Society published a report in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, which indicated colorectal cancer cases are on the rise in young adults. While the rate is dropping among people age 65 and older, largely because more older adults are undergoing recommended screenings, the cancer society stated that in 2020, 12% or 17,930 colorectal cancer cases will be diagnosed in people under the age of 50.
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In the wake of Chadwick Boseman’s death from colon cancer at age 43, many people have questions about the disease, especially about the risk of colon cancer in younger people. Here’s what is known and what experts recommend.
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Looking for a colon-approved recipe to try? Check out this grilled ginger salmon rice bowl with grapes!
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The 7th Annual Rhonda’s Burpee Challenge is scheduled for July, 19 2020! The intense cardio fitness challenge takes place at CrossFit Hydro PLUS several other Omaha gyms. This event is in honor of head coach and owner Justin VanBeek’s mother, Rhonda, who lost her battle with colon cancer in 2014.
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Your colon is a key player in your digestive system, which processes and delivers nutrients throughout your body to keep you strong and healthy. As such, eating well and maintaining a nutritious diet is one of the best ways you can prepare for and recover from colon cancer treatments. Here are some key tips for building a diet plan that will help you keep your colon in the best shape possible before and after treatment.
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The American Cancer Society provided us with an infographic and other important information about COVID-19 and cancer patients.
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