colon cancer

A new European study grabbed headlines this week, as it seemed to question the efficacy of colonoscopies as a cancer screening tool. But U.S. physicians say there were limits to that study, and cite more than a decade of research showing colonoscopies save lives.

Colonoscopies save lives. Doctors push back against European study that casts doubt

Allison Aubrey

The study reports a mere 18% reduction in colorectal cancer among participants "invited" to get a colonoscopy. But more than half "invited" never showed up for the procedure.

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Greater Colon Cancer Awareness In Wake Of Chadwick Boseman's Death

Tom Flanigan

A prominent Tallahassee oncologist hopes more people - particularly those at-risk - will be motivated to seek colorectal screenings.

In his role as superhero Black Panther, Chadwick Boseman became the face of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first film headlined by a Black actor.

'Black Panther' Star Chadwick Boseman Dies Of Cancer At Age 43

Malaka Gharib

A statement posted to the actor's Twitter on Friday said Boseman had battled colon cancer for the last four years.

It would look pretty darned cute if you didn't know it's a colon cancer screening test.

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A Noninvasive Colon Cancer Test That's FIT To Be Tried

Nancy Shute

Colonoscopy has long been the gold standard for colon cancer screening. Now gastroenterologists say the quick, inexpensive, noninvasive FIT test is a good option for people not willing to go there.

After a Cologuard screening test for colon cancer comes back positive, patients may have to pay for additional diagnostic tests.

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When A Screening Test For Colon Cancer Leads To A Pricey Follow-Up

Michelle Andrews

Most screening tests for colon cancer are covered by insurance. But if the results are positive, patients may require a diagnostic colonoscopy that may not be fully paid for by insurance.

Health News Florida

Higher Death Rates Around Daytona International Speedway

Abe Aboraya

Men who live near the Daytona International Speedway have higher death rates than state averages, according to an analysis of health statistics from the…

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Surgeon General Keeps ‘Living And Working’ Amid Cancer Fight

Hundreds of activities are planned around the globe Thursday in recognition of World Cancer Day, but for Florida Surgeon General John Armstrong, the…