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‘I can do this’
After a fight with rectal cancer, Mary Hannon is stronger than ever.
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- March 31, 2021
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‘The place I needed to be’
When cancer claimed her husband, Courtney Appel found solace in becoming a patient advocate.
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- June 30, 2020
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‘I realized I had to take care of myself’
Nancy Wolters learned the hard way that preventive care is crucial after she put her own health on the back burner to take care of her family.
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- February 19, 2020
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Colon test options abound—but colonoscopy is best
While labs can evaluate colon health based on blood or stool samples, traditional imaging procedures are the most reliable.
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- August 22, 2019
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The diverticulitis divide
Half of people age 50 and older will experience this painful bowel condition. Learn how to prevent it—and recognize symptoms when they arise.
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- August 17, 2019
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‘No day is a given’
A 34-year-old doctor and mom of two is battling colon cancer with a powerful social network, humor and plenty of snuggles.
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- March 20, 2019
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Study confirms lifesaving value of colonoscopy
If cancerous growths called polyps are found during a colonoscopy, they can be removed during the procedure.
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- March 27, 2018
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Luck o’ the early colon cancer diagnosis
Stephanie Schlueter walked the Spectrum Health Irish Jig for the fourth time, but her first as a survivor.
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- March 14, 2018
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Fighting a fistula
Dan Smith isn't shy about sharing his deep-rooted belief about colonoscopies—you need them. Regularly.
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- October 13, 2017
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Fighting cancer and fires
Firefighter Phil Hunderman had cancer smoldering in his cells. But early detection doused the disease.
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- October 2, 2017
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Do you know the top 10 cancer warning signs?
If you want to live a longer, healthier life, catching cancer early is key. Here's how.
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- July 8, 2017
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