Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US, but early detection can significantly improve outcomes, and living an active lifestyle and eating a high fiber diet can help ...

Early research also indicates there could be some differences in symptoms between men and women.

Local patients can schedule screenings without traveling across the river.

Inflammatory bowel disease, often called IBD, is a long-term condition that causes ongoing inflammation in the digestive system. The two main types are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. People ...

Doctors have long suspected that certain bathroom habits may contribute to hemorrhoids. Spending too much time sitting on the toilet has often been mentioned as a possible risk factor. However, there ...

An oncologist explains the situations when doctors recommend getting screened for colorectal cancer before age 45.

Most people know only two things about the appendix: You don’t need it – and if it bursts, you need surgery fast. That basic ...