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The Colon Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization registered in New York State and listed by the Federal IRS as a public charity dedicated to reducing colorectal cancer incidence and death. Our mission is to lead the fight against colorectal cancer (CRC) by supporting research that will lead to the prevention of, therapy for, and eradication of CRC in our lifetime.
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
5M ago
Childhood obesity is a significant global public health concern that has escalated since the late 20th century. In 2022, an estimated 37 million children under the age of 5 were overweight and over 390 million children and adolescents aged 5-19 were also overweight, of which 160 million were obese. Significant research has identified the association between obesity and increased cancer risk, including a study that has specifically found a correlation between high early-life body-mass index (BMI) and an increased risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) in adulthood.
Obesity can have detrimental effect ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
5M ago
A 20-year Danish cohort study was recently published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, and was an accumulation of really surprising data from nationwide registries in regard to aspirin’s impact on the prevention of colorectal cancer (CRC).
This study followed 1,909,532 individuals for 18.2 years. The individuals, who were between 40-70 years old and had no cancer at baseline, were split into two main groups:
Those who use low-dose aspirin (as measured by having at least one prescription and nonuse of no prescriptions since baseline)
Those who use high-dose aspirin (as mea ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
6M ago
There is growing concern about the increasing rate of colorectal cancer (CRC) among younger people. As a result, the recommended age for screening has been lowered to 45 years. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be approximately 106,590 new cases of colon cancer in the United States, with 54,210 cases in men and 52,380 cases in women. Additionally, there will be about 46,220 new cases of rectal cancer, with 27,330 cases in men and 18,890 cases in women. Since the mid-1990s, there has been a 1% to 2% increase in the number of CRC cases in people younger than 55 years of age ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
6M ago
In the late 1800s/early 1900s, there was a desperate need for researchers to develop medications that could kill bacteria. Pneumonia and diarrhea (conditions that seem quite easy to treat today) were killing people left and right. After years of experiments and studies, manufacturers began mass-producing an antibiotic called penicillin in 1944, a medication that they called the “wonder drug”.
Antibiotics can clear a vast assortment of bacterial infections, ease symptoms, speed up the recovery process, prevent the spread of ailments from one individual to another, etc. It really is no sur ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
6M ago
Cases of colorectal cancer (CRC) are increasing among young people at an alarming rate, prompting the recommended age for screening to be lowered to 45 years. While several risk factors for developing CRC have already been identified, a surprising one has recently been linked to bad breath.
A recent study has shed light on a specific oral organism that may be responsible for CRC. Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fn), a bacterium normally found in the human oral cavity and rarely in the lower gastrointestinal tract of healthy individuals, is found in high concentrations in CRC tumors. High levels of Fn ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
7M ago
At the beginning of the year the American Cancer Society released the Cancer statistics for the year 2024 in its journal and the numbers are quite intriguing.
Here are some key statistics:2,001,140 new cancer cases and 611,720 cancer deaths are projected in the U.S. in 2024.
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is projected to have 152,810 new cases in the U.S. (106,590 new cases of colon cancer and 46,220 new cases of rectal cancer).
In 2024, CRC is projected to be the third leading cause of cancer-related death in men and the fourth leading cause in women. Lung cancer is projected to be the overa ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
7M ago
By Parker Lynch
According to the Mayo Clinic, cystic fibrosis (CF) is a disorder in which there is severe damage to the lungs and other organs in the body. This condition presents itself differently in each patient when comparing manifestations of symptoms; however, wheezing, difficulty breathing, exercise intolerance, constant lung infections, and recurrent sinusitis are all very common among individuals with CF. People with cystic fibrosis are very strong and admirable, as their condition can be very arduous in terms of treatment and monitoring: the need for consistent medication (bronchodil ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
7M ago
Breathe out into an airtight bag and take a whiff. How unpleasant is the odor? Now, consider this: what if the intensity of your breath’s scent could indicate your likelihood of developing colorectal cancer (CRC)?
Bad breath, or halitosis, is a fairly common problem. The root cause of bad breath could be poor oral hygiene, certain foods, smoking, or underlying health conditions such as gum disease or dry mouth. It could also be an indicator of diseases such as diabetes. A study conducted in South Korea has discovered a potential connection between oral health and colorectal adenoma. Colo ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
8M ago
By Laiba Ahmad
Once upon a time, in a community served by a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) clinic, a group of researchers embarked on a mission to enhance colorectal cancer (CRC) screening among a unique demographic—those aged 45 to 49. Using the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force screening recommendations as their guiding light, the researchers started their journey of measuring the impact of a mailed fecal immunochemical test (FIT) intervention.
The journey began in February 2022 when 316 eligible individuals in this age group received a mysterious package in the mail—a FIT, the k ..read more
Colon Cancer Foundation Blog
8M ago
By Parker Lynch
According to the national census data for 2020, Kentucky was found to have the highest incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in the country—41.2 new cases of CRC per 100,000 people in the state that year. This number is concerning, especially when comparing it to other states with significantly lower rates: Utah, Colorado, Delaware, Arizona, and Vermont (about 20 new cases per 100,000 in 2020).
Why Is CRC Incidence High in Kentucky?
There are several risk factors associated with CRC: tobacco use, poor dietary habits, lack of exercise, genetic predispositions, etc. Un ..read more