Colon and rectal cancer (colorectal cancer) is a leading cause of death in the U.S. But it doesn’t have to be. We have colorectal cancer screening options that are easy and lifesaving. They can prevent and find cancer in the colon or rectum. And if screening or symptoms lead to a diagnosis, you’ll have some of the nation’s best colon cancer surgeons on your side at UVA Health.
We all need to start colorectal cancer screening no later than 45. Some of us need to start screening even younger, if you’re at high risk for colorectal cancer. And it’s important not to ignore symptoms of colorectal cancer on the rise at alarming rates among young people like Jenny Folz.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Take care of your colon health by asking your healthcare provider about doing an at-home stool test or whether a screening colonoscopy is right for you. Learn more about colon cancer and how to prevent it: all covered in this colon cancer archive.
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Alec was a healthy 46-year-old with little family history of cancer. Then he felt a pain in his stomach.
Cynthia Yoshida, MD, is passionate about colon cancer prevention. She works to increase access to screening for patients throughout Virginia.
When UVA nurse Jonathan Bartels almost passed out while walking to work, he joked that he was dying. He was then diagnosed with cancer.
UVA experts help set the record straight on some of the most common misconceptions about colon cancer risk factors, prevention, screening, and more.
Besides treating colorectal cancers, Friel is also a vocal advocate for colorectal cancer screening. Read about what makes him passionate enough to dress up as "Paulie Polyp."
Colonoscopy used to be the only colorectal cancer screening option. There are several other options these days, including some you can do from the comfort of your home. Read about the pros and cons.
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