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Colon Defined
The major part of the large intestine, extending from the cecum to the rectum
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Two Luminaries Join Cequent Scientific Advisory Board: Judy Lieberman, M.D. Ph.D., and Patrice Courvalin, M.D.
Published October 6, 2008, 2:57 pm, PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance
Cequent Pharmaceuticals, a pioneer in the development of novel products to deliver RNAi-based treatments to prevent and treat human disease, announced that two of the leading scientists in RNA Interference and gene delivery have joined the company's scientific advisory board.
Women require less tobacco exposure than men to increase colon cancer risk
Published October 6, 2008, 2:28 pm, News-Medical-Net
While smoking poses a health threat to both men and women, women require less tobacco exposure than men to have a significant increased risk for colorectal cancer, according to new research presented at the 73rd Annual ACG Scientific Meeting in Orlando.
Study Shows PillCam(R) ESO Reduces Prison Health Care Costs By 90% For Cirrhotic Patients
Published October 6, 2008, 1:07 pm, Medical News Today
Given Imaging Ltd. (NASDAQ: GIVN) today announced data from a pilot study that demonstrate the Company's PillCam® capsule endoscopy of the esophagus can significantly reduce health care costs in a prison population through on-site evaluation of esophageal varices in cirrhotic patients.
CRC screening before Medicare age could save millions in federal health-care dollars
Published October 6, 2008, 12:33 pm, PhysOrg
A screening program for colon cancer in patients starting ten years prior to Medicare eligibility, at age 55 instead of Medicare's 65, would save at least two dollars for every dollar spent, according to a new study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology's 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer in Younger Men Could Save Millions for Medicare
Published October 6, 2008, 11:50 am, Senior Journal
Oct. 6, 2008 - The idea of a national health plan, now being debated in the presidential election, is primarily seen as added government cost, but a recent study indicates there may also be millions of dollars in savings to the existing government health insurance program for senior citizens – Medicare.
Women Require Less Tobacco Exposure Than Men to Increase Colon Cancer Risk
Published October 6, 2008, 10:23 am, Newswise
While smoking poses a health threat to both men and women, women require less tobacco exposure than men to have a significant increased risk for colorectal cancer, according to new research presented at the 73rd Annual ACG Scientific Meeting in Orlando. In a separate analysis, researchers found smoking may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer precursor lesions, particularly in patients with a ...
New Studies Highlight the Importance of Bowel Prep and Effectiveness of Colonoscopy in Detecting Potentially Dangerous ...
Published October 6, 2008, 10:22 am, Newswise
New research presented at the American College of Gastroenterology's 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando emphasizes the importance of adequate bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy, and highlights the remarkable effectiveness of colonoscopy in detecting and removing pre-cancerous polyps, particularly tiny, flat, potentially pre-cancerous growths in the colon known as "sessile serrated ...
New Screening Technologies Improve Detection of Polyps During Colonoscopy
Published October 6, 2008, 10:21 am, Newswise
Two studies presented at the American College of Gastroenterology's 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando highlight new technologies with the potential to improve the detection of colorectal polyps and flat lesions during colonoscopy. The American College of Gastroenterology endorses colonoscopy as the preferred strategy for colorectal cancer screening because of its remarkable sensitivity ...
Women Require Less Tobacco Exposure Than Men To Increase Colon Cancer Risk
Published October 6, 2008, 8:23 am, Science Daily
While smoking poses a health threat to both men and women, women require less tobacco exposure than men to have a significant increased risk for colorectal cancer, according to new research. In a separate analysis, researchers found smoking may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer precursor lesions, particularly in patients with a strong family history of the disease.
New Studies Highlight The Importance Of Bowel Prep And Effectiveness Of Colonoscopy
Published October 6, 2008, 8:22 am, Science Daily
New research emphasizes the importance of adequate bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy, and highlights the remarkable effectiveness of colonoscopy in detecting and removing pre-cancerous polyps, particularly tiny, flat, potentially pre-cancerous growths in the colon known as "sessile serrated adenomas."
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- Aloe ease colon cleanse - wonder supplement or scam? | The Natural Health Guy: Aloe Ease Colon Cleanse has been touted as the new wonder supplement but what is their truth behind the hype?
- Colon Cancer (HealthDay): HealthDay - TUESDAY, Sept. 30 (HealthDay News) -- Researchers have uncovered a genetic link between obesity and the risk for colon cancer. The discovery could lead to greater accuracy in predicting who is at risk for the disease, experts say.
- Food Allergy Relief from ever cleanse.com | EverClense | Doe: Can a bowel cleanse product relieve food allergies?
- Time for a Colon Cleanse?: If you are attempting the procedure of a Colon Cleanse this is a good place to get helpful info. The purpose of a colonic irrigation is to restore the natural, optimal function of your colon and bowel.
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- Colon Problems article: Colon Problems was an article that was pretty easy to read a good article if your into Cleaning Your Colon for Health
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- Colon Cleanse Option: The Different Methods of Colon Cleansing?: Colon Cleansing. Via the use of commercial products is not the only way to effectively cleanse your colon. In fact, you have two basic methods of colon cleansing.
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