wilsonjames+FollowColonoscopy or Stool Test? The Surprising TieTurns out, you don’t have to dread the colonoscopy after all—new research says the at-home stool test (yep, the one you mail in) is just as good at catching early colon cancer! A huge Spanish study found both tests are equally effective, but way more people actually do the easy, no-prep stool test. Docs say the best test is the one you’ll actually take. Would you swap the scope for a bathroom card? #HealthNews #CancerPrevention #ColorectalCancer #Health #BodyHealth00Share
shermandarlene+FollowDoctors Missed Her Cancer for 5 Years?!Imagine thinking your post-baby body is just acting up, only to find out years later it’s actually stage 3 rectal cancer. Marisa Peters’ doctors brushed off her symptoms for five years—blood in her stool, urgency, anemia—blaming it on childbirth. Turns out, colorectal cancer is rising in young people, and her story is a wake-up call: don’t ignore your gut (literally). If something feels off, push for answers. Marisa’s now on a mission to make sure no one else gets dismissed like she did. #ColorectalCancer #HealthAwareness #TrustYourGut #YoungSurvivors #Health16231Share
Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowChildhood Bacteria & Cancer? Shocking Link!Did you know a common gut bacteria might be behind the rise in colorectal cancer among young people? Scientists found that a toxin from certain E. coli strains, often picked up in childhood, leaves a DNA 'fingerprint' in early-onset cases. Even wilder: climate change could make this risk worse by helping the bacteria spread. Researchers are now racing to find ways to block this sneaky threat. Wild how something from your childhood could impact you decades later! #HealthNews #CancerAwareness #ClimateImpact #ScienceUpdate #ColorectalCancer #Health271Share
Michelle Welch+FollowHidden Liver Issue Tied to Colon Cancer?Did you know a super common, often silent liver condition could be raising your risk of colon cancer—especially if you’re under 50? Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) affects up to 100 million Americans, and a new study found people with NAFLD are 24% more likely to get early-onset colorectal cancer. The wild part? Most people don’t even know they have it. Docs say it’s time to pay attention to those sneaky symptoms like fatigue and brain fog! #HealthNews #ColorectalCancer #NAFLD #Wellness #PreventiveCare #Health40Share
rachel60+FollowBacteria & Early Colon Cancer? Whoa!Just read that certain gut bacteria making a chemical called colibactin might be behind the rise in colon cancer among younger people. Researchers found these bacteria-linked mutations way more often in people under 40, especially in countries with higher cancer rates. Basically, where you grow up and what’s in your gut could play a huge role in your cancer risk—wild, right? Makes you wonder what else our microbiome is up to! #ColorectalCancer #GutHealth #Microbiome #HealthNews #EarlyOnsetCancer #Health423Share
Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowGame-Changer for Aggressive Colon CancerBig news for folks battling BRAF V600E-mutated metastatic colorectal cancer: the FDA just approved a new combo—Braftovi + Erbitux + chemo—as a first-line treatment! The BREAKWATER trial showed this mix bumps response rates up to 60% (vs. 40% with chemo alone). Translation: more patients are seeing their tumors shrink and feeling better, faster. If you or someone you know is dealing with this tough cancer, this could be a real lifeline. Testing for the BRAF mutation early is now more important than ever! #CancerResearch #FDAApproval #ColorectalCancer #BRAFMutation #MedicalBreakthrough #Health411Share
Kristi Key+FollowCRISPR T Cells Take on Tough CancerMetastatic colorectal cancer just got a new challenger: CRISPR-edited T cells! At AACR25, Emil Lou showed off early data where they used CRISPR to target the CISH checkpoint in patients who didn’t respond to other treatments. It’s wild to see gene editing moving from the lab to real people, and it could mean hope for folks with stubborn cancers. Science is seriously leveling up! #CRISPR #CancerResearch #ColorectalCancer #AACR25 #Immunotherapy #Health230Share
Ryan Lewis+FollowGame-Changer for Tough Colon CancerBig news for anyone following cancer breakthroughs: a new drug combo (sotorasib + panitumumab) is showing major promise for colon cancer that’s stopped responding to chemo. In a recent trial, over 30% of patients on the high-dose combo saw their tumors shrink by half—way better than the current standard. Plus, patients lived longer, too. This could totally shake up how doctors treat KRAS G12C metastatic colorectal cancer! #CancerResearch #ColorectalCancer #MedicalBreakthrough #KRASG12C #CityOfHope #Health696Share
erobinson+Followaspirin’s surprise role in cancer care?Hey folks! 🧐 A new study is shaking things up by suggesting that a simple, over-the-counter drug like aspirin might significantly reduce colorectal cancer recurrence. This breakthrough could mean a lot, especially for Black Americans who face higher risks. The study found nearly half of the patients who took aspirin saw reduced cancer return rates. While more research is needed, it's a promising step forward. Stay informed and let's push for better healthcare access for all! 💊❤️ #ColorectalCancer #HealthcareForAll #AspirinBenefits #HealthEquity #Health8512Share
