After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it's a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind ...

Colon cancer is rising in people under 50, and poor gut health could be part of the problem. Dr. Neelendu Dey studies whether gut microbes can be harnessed to prevent and treat colon cancer. To reduce ...

Understanding your bowel movements is crucial for maintaining overall health. Your colon, also known as the large intestine, plays a significant role in your digestive system. Constipation and other ...

Rory Kennedy, 36, has no family history of cancer. He’s not overweight, and he has always maintained a healthy lifestyle — clean diet, regular exercise, no smoking or drinking. So when he was ...

Colon cancer, once considered a disease of the elderly, is now rapidly affecting young people as well. Previously, this ...

Daily food choices significantly impact gut health. Watermelon and lemon offer fluids, fiber, and antioxidants. This ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The most wonderful time of the year is also the height of cold and flu season. While there are many remedies, the best way to fight off a cold is before you get sick. Iris Patterson, ...

Alarming colon cancer statistics highlight the need for preventive dietary habits. Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab recommends six science-backed snacks to protect your colon. These include ...

Colon cancer is increasingly affecting young adults. A gastroenterologist explained what a healthy colon looks like and the changes that occur when abnormal cells begin to grow, causing cancer. The ...

Japanese golf legend Masashi Ozaki died at 78 after battling stage 4 sigmoid colon cancer. The disease develops in the lower ...