After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it's a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind ...

South Texas Health System is raising awareness about the importance of colon health. STHS spokesperson Tom Castañeda visited ...

The demand for colonoscopies is skyrocketing as reimbursements sink, and many leaders feel ASCs are in a perfect position to mitigate that demand. Shakeel Ahmed, MD, gastroenterologist and CEO of ...

Congratulations on nearing the milestone of turning 50! As you reflect on a life filled with achievements and experiences, it’s essential to acknowledge the importance of prioritizing your health.

Colonoscopy performed within 6 months before or after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) did not increase the risk of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI), according to a retrospective cohort study. In an ...

Colorectal cancer — which includes cancer of the colon and of the rectum — is considered early onset when diagnosed in people ...

Symptoms that include abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation have led to two colonoscopies and more digestive health adventures in my life. But simple daily changes are making a difference. It ...

An oncologist for gastrointestinal cancers told HuffPost which behaviors can lead to colon cancer risk, and the signs you should look for. SDI Productions via Getty Images Colorectal cancer is the ...

One thing about me: I’m gonna ask for a discount. While I won’t haggle with local, independent vendors who are putting in the work on their entrepreneurial dreams, I have no qualms about big deals at ...

When Brooks Bell was 38, doctors told her she was too young to have colon cancer, dismissing her textbook symptoms as "likely hemorrhoids." A few months later, after pushing for tests, the North ...