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Mayo Clinic Minute: Why millennials should know colon cancer symptoms

  • March 29, 2023

More younger adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer — also known as colorectal cancer — and at more advanced stages of the disease, says the American Cancer Society.

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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Polyps are possible culprits in colon cancer

  • March 15, 2023

I'm 46 and had my first colonoscopy last month. The doctor said everything looked good, although he removed a few polyps. Can you explain what a colon polyp is and if should I be concerned?

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5 things you can do to keep your colon healthy

  • March 8, 2023

Whatever your age, there are 5 other steps you can take to avoid developing colon cancer, the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S.

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What Is a At Home Colon Cancer Test and What Do Stool Samples Tell You?

  • March 1, 2023

An At Home Colon Cancer Test (fecal occult blood test), also referred to as an FOBT, is a type of screening that checks for the presence of blood in a stool sample.

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Managing Common Side Effects of Colorectal Cancer Treatment

  • March 28, 2022

Going through colorectal cancer treatment can bring several different side effects – some easier to manage than others. We hope this will help you understand more about the most common treatment side…

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Preventing colon cancer with screening, early detection

  • March 7, 2022

This content is courtesy of Mayo Clinic, the No. 1 hospital in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. Minnesota Oncology is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This relationship…