What is FIT? It’s a fecal immunochemical test, a simple and convenient screening test for colorectal cancer that you can easily perform in the comfort of your home.... Read More
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The Future of Colon Cancer Screening
Recognizing an increasing risk in younger adults, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force updated its guidelines in 2021, lowering the recommended screening start age from 50 to 45.... Read More
Pesticides and Cancer
The study highlights that while individual pesticides can be harmful, using them together can significantly increase cancer risk. ... Read More
New Blood Test for Alzheimer’s
The blood test’s accuracy was 91 percent in primary and specialty care settings, compared to 61 percent and 73 percent accuracy, respectively, for clinical evaluations alone.... Read More
Outsmart Heart Disease
Adopting a healthier lifestyle lowered the risk of early-onset coronary artery disease by more than 14 times in individuals with the highest genetic predisposition. ... Read More
A Breakthrough for Hot Flashes?
Here are some more potential hot flash triggers: Stress, heat, spicy foods, caffeine, tight clothing, alcohol, and a sedentary lifestyle.... Read More