This was originally posted on November 27, 2023 – Updated on May 7, 2025 Colon cancer, also called colorectal cancer when it includes the rectum, is a disease that starts in the colon’s inner lining, often as small growths called polyps. While many polyps remain benign, some can turn cancerous over time. Because these changes […]

This was originally posted on June 18, 2020 – Updated on May 7, 2025 Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Each year, tens of thousands of lives are lost to a disease that is often preventable. The good news is that colorectal cancer prevention is possible through […]

This was originally posted on May 17, 2023 – Updated on April 1, 2025 Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder that impacts about 1% of the global population. This condition occurs when the immune system mistakenly targets the small intestine in response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. The resulting damage […]