The Latest Breaking News from Colon Cancer

Doctors fear cancer patients missing out on correct care

The National Cancer Audit Collaborating Centre said prostate, kidney and colon cancers were the worst affected with variations in care.

Evening Standard · Feb 19, 2025

This superfood can prevent aggressive type of colon cancer, finds study

Colon cancer is rising exponentially among youth and while the reasons behind the sharp spike in recent years remain unclear, experts feel unhealthy diets, lack of physical activity, and being overweight could be driving the number of cases.

The Times of India · Feb 13, 2025

The fibre phenomenon: 30 easy ways to get your fill of this life-changing nutrient

It reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and colon cancer – while boosting the health of our gut microbiome and brain. Yet we all eat far too little fibre. Here is the no-fuss guide to getting your 30g a day

The Guardian - UK · Jan 22, 2025

Common cooking oil could be causing colon cancer surge in young people, warn doctors

Unhealthy seed oils like sunflower, grapeseed, canola, and corn could trigger chronic inflammation in the body

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Vaccine targeting common gut bacteria E.coli could help prevent cancer, scientists suggest

Proboitics and vaccines for two E.coli strains could hold the key to reducing bladder and colon cancer, researchers suggest

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2024

DJ Clark Kent dead aged 57 after cancer fight

Following three-year battle with colon cancer, DJ Clark Kent has died aged 57.

BANG Premier · Oct 26, 2024

Gregor Townsend to undertake fundraising climbing challenge in tribute to Tom Smith

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend is set to undertake a gruelling fundraising climbing challenge in memory of former teammate, Tom Smith.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 24, 2024

Salvatore Schillaci, Italy’s star of 1990 World Cup, dies aged 59

The striker, who was the top scorer at Italia ’90, was admitted to hospital last week following treatment for colon cancer

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2024

Colon-cancer risk in young people linked to one amino acid, small study finds

A study has tied a substance in the blood to colorectal cancer in people under age 50. It may act as an early signal of the disease, scientists say, but that needs to be confirmed.

LiveScience · Aug 30, 2024

Colon cancer is increasing in younger adults: Here are 5 signs to look out for

In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged in the realm of public health: an increasing number of younger adults are being diagnosed with colon cancer.

The Times of India · Aug 22, 2024