News Tagged ‘colonoscopy screenings

NCI report: new cases of colon, rectal cancer deaths declining

polip 150x150 NCI report: new cases of colon, rectal cancer deaths decliningThe rate of new cases and deaths from colorectal cancers has declined, according to a report from leading health and cancer organizations. is the third most common cancer among men and women, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.

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GI clinic gives free colonoscopies to the needy

GIA SCD Art 300x120 GI clinic gives free colonoscopies to the needyForty-eight people who are out of work or without health insurance received free screenings at a Knoxville, Tenn., gastrointestinal clinic over the weekend. Gastrointestinal Associates (GIA) planned the event, called GIA Screening Day to help those less fortunate and to make everyone aware of the need for colon screenings.

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