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A Hidden Warning Sign Discovered in The Gut May Increase Cancer Risk
As we get older, chemical marks on our DNA slowly shift. Now, a study reveals this 'drift' in gut stem cells is fueled by inflammation and disrupted cell signaling, and it may help explain why our risk of colorectal cancer rises with age.
Several colon cancer survivors have shared their experiences of how they ‘knew’ it was time to see a doctor as they revealed early 'warning sign' symptoms.
A new report found that colorectal cancer causes more deaths than any other type of cancer, including breast and lung cancers. Experts explain why, and what it means for you.