There has been an increase in the incidence of colorectal cancer among younger adults, resulting in a growing number of individuals, including medical professionals, opting to undergo early screening for the disease, often well before the recommended age of 45 for those with an average risk. According to a recent article on CNN, colorectal cancer […]
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‘Go and get tested’: Frisco woman urges others to screen for colon cancer
A choice to screen for colon cancer may have saved the life of a 50 year old Frisco woman. During a regular checkup upon turning 50, Texas native Jakki Newton was informed by her doctor that she was due for screening. Her good health and family history placed her at a lower likelihood for a […]
Why Is Colorectal Cancer Rising in Young Adults?
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. […]
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 […]
