Fecal occult blood testing, a patient-administered test that is much less expensive than a colonoscopy, is a valid option for early detection of colon cancer, according to a report in the Canadian ...

After a maximum follow-up of 14 years, the mean screening participation rate was 63.3%. Those who underwent early screening had reduced risk for colorectal cancer mortality and excess mortality.

The accuracy of non-invasive blood and stool-based tests for colorectal cancer is improving, but experts say it’s too soon to ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for all adults starting at age 45. After age 75, the task force recommends talking with your health care team to decide ...

A new study found fecal immunochemical testing is more effective than guaiac fecal occult blood testing and is often performed at a lower cost, according to findings published by the Journal of the ...

Every woman’s health journey is unique, but there’s one thing we all share — a need to prioritize preventive care. If you ...

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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The National Taiwan University College of Public Health urged the Ministry of Health and Welfare to ...

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Adults with severe obesity are less likely to undergo cancer screening, particularly colonoscopy and prostate-specific ...