March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know Colorectal Cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in young Americans? That's why it's more important than ever to be vigilant about your health, talk to your primary care physician about preventive health measures, and schedule all recommended health screenings. Read more for health tips from our doctors about colorectal cancer, including symptoms, treatment, and important screenings. You can also schedule an appointment for your next colonoscopy.
Colorectal Cancer Health Tips
Get the Facts - Colorectal Cancer
Understanding Colon Cancer: From Symptoms to Treatment
Anxious About a Colonoscopy? Tips to Make Prep Easier
Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise in Young Adults?
What Are Colon Polyps?
How to Prepare for a Colonoscopy
Managing Crohn’s Disease
Get the Facts: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
How to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with Diet
When Gluten Attacks: The Reality of Celiac Disease
The 7-Day Gut Reset: How to Improve Digestion, Immunity and Stress Levels in a Week
Navigating Life with Ulcerative Colitis
Schedule Your Colonoscopy with Catholic Health
Colorectal cancer is highly treatable, but only if it is diagnosed at an early stage. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has revised its recommendation for colonoscopy screening to begin at age 45 for people with average risk.
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Catholic Health Cancer Institutes across Long Island offer clinical excellence in colorectal cancer care–from early detection screenings to diagnosis and the latest advances in treatments.
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Catholic Health's gastroenterologists across Long Island use advanced technology to diagnose and treat GI conditions and screen for colorectal cancer.
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