Statistics show that Colorectal Cancer rates in young adults are rising Since the mid-1990’s, rates for colorectal cancer in people under 50 have been on the rise. The traditional advice to begin screening at age 50 has since changed, with some organizations changing the recommended screening age to 45 or younger, depending on family history. […]
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Prevention and Early Detection: The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screenings
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide. In 2020, colorectal cancer made up nearly ten percent of all cancer cases globally. In the United States, colorectal cancer is currently the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women. Although these statistics may be alarming, increased awareness and screening efforts have […]
Virtual Colonoscopy: High Quality Colorectal Cancer Screenings
Virtual Colonoscopy: High Quality, Accurate, and Safe Screenings for Colorectal Cancer We all know the importance of screening, and modern technological advances in medicine have introduced a variety of alternatives to traditional colonoscopy. Here at Visionary Wellness & Imaging, we offer Virtual Colonoscopies as a non-invasive and highly accurate alternative to a traditional colonoscopy. The […]
Brazilian Soccer Legend, Pelé, Dies of Colon Cancer
Pelé, one of the all-time greats of the “beautiful game” of soccer, died in December 2022 of complications related to colon cancer. The three-time world champion was 82 years old. Many of the most recognizable names in soccer, from today and yesterday, took time to memorialize him online. At the same time, other world leaders […]
