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  • Colorectal Cancer Awareness: Screening Guidelines and Risk Factors

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Jun. 06, 2024.

    Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, being one of the most common cancers worldwide. Early detection through regular screening and understanding of risk factors can save lives. When colorectal Read more
  • Colon Cancer Awareness: Screening Guidelines and Prevention Strategies

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: May 16, 2024.

    Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States. Despite its prevalence, colon cancer is highly Read more
  • Colon Cancer Screening: Understanding Colonoscopies and Other Methods

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Feb. 01, 2024.

    Colon cancer can be deadly. In fact, it’s the third leading cause of cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society. Fortunately, colon cancer screening, available from your gastroenterologist, can Read more
  • Colon Cancer Screening FAQs

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Dec. 08, 2023.

    Colon cancer isn’t a topic people like to think about, but it’s important. Colon cancer may not show any signs or symptoms, but it can be deadly. Colon cancer screenings Read more
  • When To Schedule Your First Colonoscopy

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Aug. 02, 2023.

    You’ve probably heard about a colonoscopy, but you’re not really sure you need one. You might be wondering when you should have your first colonoscopy. Your gastroenterologist has the answers Read more
  • Colon Cancer Prevention: Identifying Warning Signs and Reducing Your Risk

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

    Dealing with colon cancer can be a nightmare. If you don’t catch it at an early stage, it can be difficult to treat and it can end up spreading throughout Read more
  • The Benefits of Early Detection: How Colon Cancer Screening Can Save Lives

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Jan. 27, 2023.

    Colon cancer screening is an important diagnostic tool that can save your life. It’s a simple test that can help diagnose colorectal cancer in its early stages when it is Read more
  • Why Is a Colonoscopy Recommended?

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Sep. 23, 2022.

    Is it time for me to schedule a colonoscopy? According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the US. While we have seen a Read more
  • When Should I Get a Colonoscopy?

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: May 24, 2022.

    Everyone can and will benefit from getting a colonoscopy during their lifetime. A colonoscopy is an important screening and diagnostic tool. Yet about one in three adults between 45 to 75 Read more
  • Do I Need a Colonoscopy?

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: May 10, 2021.

    Colorectal cancer is on the rise, particularly in young adults. While this is alarming, it is important to know that your gastroenterologist has an effective way to prevent and even Read more
  • Reasons You May Need a Colonoscopy

    Author: Arshad Malik MD posted: Jul. 31, 2020.

    Perhaps you’ve heard the news reports saying that everyone should get a colonoscopy after a certain age. Maybe you even remember when Katie Couric of the Today Show got a Read more
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