Colon Cancer

Ulcerative colitis and colon cancer risk linked to certain proteins and sugars produced by the body: Studies

Ulcerative colitis and colon cancer risk has been found to be linked to certain proteins and sugars produced by the body. Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha (HNF4-alpha) plays a role in both inflammatory bowel disease like ulcerative colitis and colon cancer. Transcription factors like HNF4-alpha promote DNA transcription into RNA, which is then translated into proteins ...click here to read more

Prostate cancer treatment with radiotherapy increases risk of developing secondary cancers

Prostate cancer, one of the most common types of cancer in men, is often treated with radiotherapy, however, experts now believe that this form of treatment can lead to secondary cancers. Radiotherapy or – as many call it – radiation, uses high-energy particles or waves to destroy cancer cells. There are different types of radiotherapy. ...click here to read more

Colon cancer risk not lowered by statins

The risk of colon cancer has not been found to decrease with the use of statins. However, researchers suggest that a person’s cholesterol levels may affect a person’s risk of colon cancer. Researchers compared the use of statins and cholesterol levels in over 22,000 British patients with colon cancer to over 86,000 individuals without colon ...click here to read more

Prostate cancer 2016 update: radiation treatment may raise colon cancer risk, hormone therapy may weaken brain

The prostate cancer 2016 update has thrown a new light on the link between colon cancer and radiation, and hormone therapy for prostate cancer treatment. According to a new research, treatment of prostate cancer via radiation could increase the risk of other cancers in men. The review is based on an analysis of 21 studies. ...click here to read more

6 ways to lower your risk of colon cancer

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death. Nutritionists and cancer experts have compiled a list of six tips that can help reduce your risk of colon cancer. Alice Bender, head of nutrition programs at the American Institute for Cancer Research, said in a news release, “Research now suggests that 50 percent of ...click here to read more

Inflammation triggers colon cancer cells to spread to other organs

Inflammation triggers colon cancer cells to spread to other organs, according to Arizona State University research led by Raymond DuBois. The findings will help create more targeted drugs in order to prevent and treat colon cancer. DuBois said, “We’ve long known that simple things like taking aspirin or other anti-inflammatory drugs (called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, ...click here to read more

World Cancer Day 2016 for pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, and breast cancer

Every year, health organizations and institutions around the world partake in the events pertaining to World Cancer Day to raise awareness on pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, breast cancer, and other types of this terrible disease, as well as promote healthy habits – as 30% of cancer deaths are due to lifestyle risks such as obesity, ...click here to read more

Obesity increases risk of colon cancer, link uncovered

Although it is well-known that obesity increases the risk of colon cancer the exact link has never been quite fully understood. New research has now looked further into the link between obesity and colon cancer and has uncovered the biological connection which could lead to better treatment and preventative options in the future. The study ...click here to read more

Colon cancer health news roundup 2015: Colorectal cancer and colon cancer treatment and prevention

Colon cancer claims the lives of 50,000 Americans annually. In order to reduce these numbers and extend the lifespan of sufferers, it’s important to understand the risk factors and causes of colon cancer and develop better treatment options. This past year saw many advancements in the area of colon cancer in regards to treatment, the ...click here to read more

The truth about bacon and cancer

By now you may have heard the ground-breaking news – bacon is linked to an increased risk of cancer. Maybe your heart broke a little bit; how can something so delicious be so harmful? But then again, aren’t the best things always the worst for you? There is a lot of information currently circulating about ...click here to read more