While a colonoscopy is crucial in detecting colon cancer, should everyone undergo it? “If you’re over 45, you need to get screened. And if you have higher risk factors, you might need to start even earlier. Also, your doctor might recommend it as part of your evaluation,” he said. Stressing further on the importance of…
About 1.9 million new cases of colorectal cancer were reported in 2020, claiming 930,000 lives, according to the WHO data. Colon cancer, which is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is predicted to kill 1.6 million individuals per year by 2040. This is a 73% increase from the present scenarios. What is more alarming…
Colon cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, is increasingly affecting younger individuals. Those born in 1990 face twice the risk compared to those born in 1950. Changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, and persistent fatigue are crucial warning signs. Early diagnosis and awareness are vital for improved treatment outcomes…
A new study from researchers at Mount Sinai’s Tisch Cancer Institute, published in Nature Genetics, has uncovered a surprising reason why some colon cancers are hard to treat. Scientists found that certain colon cancer cells can switch back to a fetal-like state, helping them survive even when attacked by strong chemotherapy drugs.This process is called…
