The UW Medicine Cancer Vaccine Institute is also developing vaccines that target breast, ovarian and lung cancers.

When David Thau, a lobbyist in Washington, D.C., was 34, he periodically experienced pain in his stomach, irregular bowel movements, blood in his stool and vomiting, and he visited doctors ...

Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in people younger than 50. Early screening and lifestyle changes are recommended.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness month. According to a study published in January 2026 by the Journal of American Medical Association, colorectal cancer is now t ...

Mel Schilling revealed her colon cancer has metastasized to her lungs and brain after two years of treatment, highlighting the dangers of stage 4 disease. Metastasis occurs when cancer spreads through ...

A Tulsa surgeon outlines symptoms, risk factors, and why early screening matters during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Don’t wait.”  March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. MedStar Health recently conducted a national survey to learn what people know about colon health:  * 77% do not know the correct age for when ...

MYMICHIGAN HEALTH: March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to talk about prevention, screening, and early ...

This month is set aside to acknowledge the importance of getting colonoscopies and breaking down stigmas behind the simple and safe procedure.

Spending eight hours or more sitting daily may increase the risk of colon cancer, doctors warn. Prolonged inactivity slows digestion, raises inflammation, and can lead to metabolic problems linked to ...

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about a cancer that is both common and highly preventable.

Newswatch 16's Emily Kress spoke with a UPMC surgeon about the importance of early screenings when it comes to colon cancer.