Colon cancer is a serious health issueābut preventing it doesnāt have to be a pain in the⦠well, you know. Itās the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., yet one of the most preventable cancers with early detection. As we reach the halfway point of the year, itās a great time to …
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Every year, about 140,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and more than 50,000 people die from it. Fortunately, this disease is often treatable, when caught early.
If you or someone you know is over the age of 50 and havenāt been screened for colon cancer, now is the time to do so.
Cancer rates among young women are rising at an alarming rate. According to a report in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, middle-aged women now face a slightly higher cancer risk than men, and young women are nearly twice as likely to be diagnosed as their male counterparts. Breast and thyroid cancers are the primary …
HOUSTON, TX (March 3, 2025) – Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the U.S., yet itās highly preventableāand early detection could save over 60% of lives lost each year.
By Carolina Boyd, Communications Associate In February 2000, President Bill Clinton officially dedicated March as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in this country and the third leading cause of cancer deaths in American men and …
By Carolina Boyd, Communications Associate March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 52,980 people will die this year in the United States from colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer often starts as abnormal tissue growth, or a polyp, within the lining of the colon or rectum. If left untreated …
Hormonal balance plays a crucial role in every woman’s well-being, yet fluctuations sometimes occur. Whether the result of illness, stress, or lifestyle, shifts in hormone levels can affect energy, mood, and overall health. The good news is that with the right medical support, balance can be restored. By working with healthcare providers at Legacy Community …
January marks a fresh start to every year, and as Family Fit Lifestyle Month, itās also the perfect opportunity to kick things off with a focus on health and wellbeing! At Legacy Community Health, we want to ensure everyone has access to the resources and support they need to become and stay fit. The Importance …
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