Nearly 140,000 people are diagnosed with colorectal cancer in America. Rectal bleeding is the most obvious colon cancer ...

Colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, is the third most common cancer in men and women. It refers to cancerous cells developing ...

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

For the majority of patients with large or difficult to remove colorectal polyps (growths in the colon), the incidence of cancer is actually lower than previously thought, and using more advanced ...

The addition of AI adds a second pair of eyes on the patient, resulting in more positive long-term outcomes.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in Europe, but timely screening can be highly effective in preventing it. Colonoscopy is considered the gold standard for this purpose. It ...

Colon cancer used to feel like a worry for later-something to think about decades down the road. Not anymore. An estimated ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m due for my first colonoscopy, and I understand that the physician will be looking for polyps. What are they? Should I be worried if they find some? ANSWER: Good for you for ...

Every year, doctors diagnose more than 108,000 cases of colorectal cancer in the United States. While survival rates have improved, it's still the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in men and ...

New Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines Add Blood And At-Home Tests By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, May 28, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Blood tests taken in a doctor’s office now can be used ...

In recent years, studies have taken a closer look at whether certain lifestyle choices might up your risk for colon cancer. For instance, a preliminary study unveiled at the 2025 American Society of ...