11 h. ago 'Silent' condition suffered by millions that raises risk of early colon cancer

A hidden condition suffered by one in four Americans may raise the risk of fast-rising colon cancer in young people by up to 24 percent, a first-of-its-kind study from South Korea suggests.

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34 h. ago I was diagnosed with terminal colon cancer after brushing off symptom that strikes millions after they eat

Heather Candrilli had been suffering from a common digestive symptom for years but blamed it on her diet. So, when she was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, her world was turned upside down.

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4 d. ago Colon cancer was just the beginning: Doctors alarmed as 14 OTHER cancers rise sharply in young people

In the most comprehensive review of its kind, government scientists revealed rates of at least 14 cancers are rising among under 50s.

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6 d. ago Experts discover common leg problem suffered by millions can raise dementia risk by 25 per cent

Korean scientists found people with a condition that about one in four Brits live with had a 23.5 per cent higher risk of being diagnosed with memory robbing dementia.

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6 d. ago Map reveals most polluted cities in the UK, as fumes are linked to surge in lung and colon cancer...how does your area fair?

The World Health Organisation has long demanded countries take tougher action to combat the scourge of pollution, which is thought to kill 7million people every year.

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7 d. ago Map reveals most polluted cities in the world, as fumes are linked to surge in lung and colon cancer...how does your area fair?

The World Health Organisation has long demanded countries take tougher action to combat the scourge of pollution, which is thought to kill 7million people every year.

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1 week ago This vitamin could slash colon cancer risk by half – but there’s a catch

The potential role of vitamin D in preventing and treating colorectal cancer (CRC) has attracted growing research interest – especially as CRC rates are rising, particularly among younger adults. This isn’t a new area of study. Low vitamin D levels have long been linked to a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer.

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2 w. ago Sinners production designer reveals hidden Chadwick Boseman tribute in Ryan Coogler hit

‘Black Panther’ star died of colon cancer in 2020 after four years of treatment

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2 w. ago Doctors ignored dad's cancer symptom, then he had to have colon removed

Rory was fit and healthy at 36, didn't smoke or drink, ate healthily and exercised regularly

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2 w. ago Researches find ‘unexpected connection’ between yoghurt and colon cancer

Yoghurt might not be getting the credit it deserves

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2 w. ago Terrifying evidence that infection found in chicken could be driving epidemic of colon cancers

While red and processed meat have been linked to an increased risk of the disease, poultry had, until now, been considered a less risky source of protein.

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2 w. ago I got stage 3 colon cancer at 33... the unglamorous symptom you shouldn't be too embarrassed to get checked

Marisa Peters, a 43-year-old mother-of-three and advocacy worker from California, has revealed the 'unglamorous' stage three colon cancer symptom her doctors ignored for five years.

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2 w. ago New mom diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer reveals the 'unglamorous' symptom doctors ignored

Marisa Peters, a 43-year-old mother-of-three and advocacy worker from California, has revealed the 'unglamorous' stage three colon cancer symptom her doctors ignored for five years.

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2 w. ago I'd never been sick or taken medicine and was fit and active. Then I found blood in the worst place possible

Until just two years ago, Marcus Wendling, a 48-year-old small business owner and Ironman champion, had never been sick. But in 2023, he noticed blood in his stool.

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2 w. ago Disturbing link between popular McDonald's order and colon cancer epidemic in young people

After a new study found a potential link between a common food contaminant and colon cancer, experts are sounding the alarm that a decline in food safety could fuel the surge in early-onset cases.

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2 w. ago Gut toxins and 50,000 deaths: The truth behind the rise in colon cancer and the signs to look for

If trends continue, colorectal cancer could become the leading cause of cancer-related death among young adults

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2 w. ago Huge surge in stomach bug linked to tainted SALAD could explain explosion of colon cancer in young people, disturbing new study suggests

Researchers affiliated with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) found more than 9,000 people in England were infected with the bug between 2016 and 2023.

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2 w. ago Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of bowel cancer, and a new colour? – podcast

Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50s, and news from scientists who claim to have found a colour no one has seen beforeAre we alone? New discovery raises hopes of finding alien lifeChildhood toxin exposure ‘may be factor in bowel cancer rise in under-50s’Hue new? Scientists claim to have found colour no one has seen beforeSupport the Guardian: theguardian.com/sciencepod Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of colon cancer, and a new colour? – podcast

Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet, to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50’s, and news from a group of scientists who claim to have experienced a colour no one has ever seen before. Are we alone? New discovery raises hopes of finding alien lifeChildhood toxin exposure ‘may be factor in bowel cancer rise in under-50s’ Continue reading...

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2 w. ago TikTok star Dominique McShain dies age 21 following colon cancer diagnosis

TikTok star Dominique McShain, who was diagnosed with colon cancer last year, has died. On April 6, she told her followers she didn't have long left to live

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