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Treatment and Warning Signs for Colorectal Cancer

March 4, 2019

Learn about warning signs for colorectal cancer, as well as treatment and preventive measures. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: colon cancer, colorectal cancer
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Hot Dogs Included In List of Known Carcinogens

November 15, 2015

The WHO has found enough evidence linking processed meat to cancer. It now joins carcinogens like tobacco and alcohol with a Group 1 classification. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: bacon, cancer, carcinogen, colorectal cancer, ham, hot dogs, processed food, processed meats, sausage, who
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Colorectal Cancer: Am I At Risk?

March 26, 2015

There are many steps you can take to lower your risk of developing colorectal cancer. Learn more about colorectal cancer risk factors and screening tests. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alcohol consumption, cancer screening, colorectal cancer, Crohn's disease, smoking risks, ulcerative colitis
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Make Your New Year’s Resolutions to Prevent Cancer

December 28, 2014

Looking for a New Year's resolution? A popular one is to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Here are five resolutions that can help prevent cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: annual exam, breast cancer, cancer prevention, cervical cancer, colorectal cancer, diet, exercise, fitness, lung cancer, mammogram, New Year's Day, pap smear, quit smoking
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Healthy Grilling Tips and Safety

May 17, 2014

Grilling makes everything better. Fire up the grill and enjoy a healthy and tasty summer season with these recipes and tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition, Safety
Tagged with: carcinogen heterocyclic amines, colorectal cancer, garlic, HCA, healthy grilling, Kansas State University, microwave, National Cancer Institute, olive oil, pancreatic cancer, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD
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Know the Facts About Colorectal Cancer

March 17, 2014

Colorectal cancer forms in the tissues of the colon or rectum. Learn more about colorectal cancer, its risk factors, and available screening tests. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer, cancer screening, colon, colonoscopy, colorectal cancer, infographic, rectum

Treatment and Warning Signs for Colorectal Cancer

Hot Dogs Included In List of Known Carcinogens

Colorectal Cancer: Am I At Risk?

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Make Your New Year’s Resolutions to Prevent Cancer

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