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 ...

While Canadians can start routine testing for colorectal cancer starting at age 50, some advocates want to start screenings at 45 to help catch cases early.

Frequent bloating, persistent heartburn, difficulty concentrating, constant fatigue and constipation are among warning signs many people tend to ignore when the gut is not functioning properly. For ...

A gastroenterologist at the Mayo Clinic who treats patients with colorectal cancer shares the warning signs of the disease he'd look for in his own body.

Symptoms of colon cancer can include: A change in bowel habits, such as more frequent diarrhea or constipation. Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool. Ongoing discomfort in the belly area, such as ...

Doctors say there is no single explanation for the rise in colorectal cancer among younger adults. Instead, several factors linked to modern lifestyles may be contributing ...

I was halfway across the Queensboro Bridge when a not-so-unfamiliar feeling hit me: I had to take a shit. I was 1.5 miles into my run, and I had emptied the tank just before I left my apartment. As I ...

A woman in her 30s was diagnosed with colorectal cancer after six years of doctors dismissing symptoms, believing they were childbirth side effects.

Having to poop midrun happens more often than you might think (or hope). In fact, this experience is so common that there’s a term for it: runner’s diarrhea, a.k.a. runner’s trots. If you’ve had loose ...

Your body tends to show signs of health through subtle, often unexpected signs. Dr Salhab shares 5 strange signs that indicate a healthy gut. | Health ...

Many of us think these gut signs mean something is wrong, but they actually indicate that you are in good health and that ...

Recognising these subtle body changes can lead to an earlier diagnosis, when treatment is more likely to be successful ...