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5 New Year's Resolutions to Improve Colon Health

5 New Year's Resolutions to Improve Colon Health

Do you know when to screen for colon cancer? How to manage your IBS? Or are you just wondering how to improve colon health in general? This blog is for you! Let's talk about 5 resolutions that will help you take care of your colon.

Are You At Risk? Make Sure You’re Aware of These 8 Risk Factors For Colon Cancer

Are You At Risk? Make Sure You’re Aware of These 8 Risk Factors For Colon Cancer

Are you at risk for colon cancer? Even if your risk factors are not hereditary, it's important to be aware of what risk factors can affect your chances. The risk of developing this disease is higher for people who have risk factors such as age, gender, and other health concerns. There are also risk factors that we can control like diet, exercise habits, smoking. Let's take a closer look at the risk factors for colon cancer.

How You Can Support Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

How You Can Support Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

According to the CDC, “51,896 people died of colorectal cancer” in 2019. That was the second highest rate of all cancer fatalities, surpassed only by lung cancer. Considering that colorectal cancer can be detected and remedied in its early stages via screening, this figure is alarming. This March marks the twenty-first colorectal cancer awareness month; we invite you to spread the word, ask questions, and schedule your own screening if you are overdue.

Your Guide To Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Your Guide To Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

In February of 2000, President Clinton officially dedicated March as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Over the last two decades, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month has become a rallying point for the colorectal cancer community. It’s a month that’s near and dear to our hearts, and one that provides a great platform for educating our patients and others about the severity of colorectal cancer. Here is what it is all about.

5 Conditions Treated At The Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay

5 Conditions Treated At The Colorectal Clinic Of Tampa Bay

When it comes to selecting the right colorectal clinic, you should select not only a team of colorectal specialists with experience, you should choose a team of colorectal specialists with extensive experience on a wide array of colorectal issues. The colorectal specialists at the Colorectal Clinic of Tampa Bay are dedicated to treating a myriad of different colorectal issues. Here are five conditions we treat at Tampa Colorectal. 

Colorectal Cancer Prevention Tips

Colorectal Cancer Prevention Tips

Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer, and it is responsible for nearly 50,000 deaths per year. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help prevent getting colon cancer. Here are 5 colorectal cancer prevention tips that you may find helpful.