Risk Of Colorectal Cancer Increases With Obesity, Claims Study
The new study also demonstrates that inadvertent weight reduction may serve as a precursor to colorectal cancer. A wide variety of malignancies are at risk because of obesity. This connection is notably evident in the cases of colorectal, kidney, and endometrial cancer.
May 06, 2023, 15:36 PM IST
Researchers develop new model to predict survival in colorectal cancer
The research team, led by Mohanad Mohammed at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa investigated publicly-available microarray and RNASeq data from 54 matched formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded samples from the Affymetrix GeneChip and RNASeq platforms.
Sep 04, 2020, 15:36 PM IST
Here's the relation between colitis and colon cancer
These genes alter the DNA of and ultimately silence a tumor suppressor called interferon regulator factor 8, or IRF8.
Jan 14, 2019, 13:27 PM IST
Small dose of Viagra daily may decrease colorectal cancer risk
A new study has found that small doses of Viagra may help to decrease the risk of colorectal cancer.
Mar 19, 2018, 15:03 PM IST
Is air pollution linked to cancer? Study says yes
The study included more than 600,000 adults in the US who participated in the Cancer Prevention Study II and who were followed for 22 years (from 1982 to 2004).
Nov 01, 2017, 14:25 PM IST
Include lots of fruits and fish in your diet to reduce colorectal cancer risk
A new study has showed consuming lots of fruits and fish helps to prevent the risk of developing colorectal cancer by nearly 86 percent.
Jul 01, 2017, 20:19 PM IST
Grapes can nip colon cancer in the bud, reveals research!
The researchers suggest that the findings could pave the way for clinical testing of the compounds on human colon cancer, which is the second most common cancer in women and the third in men.
Jun 20, 2017, 16:43 PM IST
Parents, beware! Is your boy overweight? He may be at high risk of colon cancer in later life
A cancer of the colon or rectum, located at the digestive tract's lower end is the third most common cancer in the world.
May 20, 2017, 16:39 PM IST
Colorectal cancer: Things that can increase your risk
The results based on a colon cancer risk assessment survey, show that a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk of the disease.
May 08, 2017, 14:28 PM IST
This new alternative to colonoscopy can be as easy as swallowing a pill
Scientists have developed a new pill which can be a non-invasive alternative to colonoscopies.
Mar 16, 2017, 23:52 PM IST
Colorectal cancer: Include fibre-rich diet to reduce risk, says study
Fusobacterium nucleatum is an inflammatory bacterium that is thought to play a role in colorectal cancer by blocking the immune response triggered to combat tumour cells in the colon.
Jan 28, 2017, 14:44 PM IST
This device can detect colorectal cancer early - Read
G-EYE, an endoscopy technology which is claimed to detect gastrointestinal diseases more accurately was introduced in India during the event, organised by Smart Medical Systems- manufacturer of gastrointestinal endoscopy devices along with enhanced technology products supplier Ventura Business Solutions.
Aug 10, 2016, 08:57 AM IST
New device launched to detect colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer, which is gradually turning to be a major health-concern among the Indian population, can be prevented with early detection using enhanced technology, health experts said at an event here on Tuesday.
Aug 09, 2016, 22:31 PM IST
These foods can increase your cancer risk!
While the IARC review does not ask people to stop eating processed meats, it indicates that reducing consumption of these products can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.
Jul 06, 2016, 12:45 PM IST
Daily aspirin can keep you `hearty` in your 50s
People in their 50s with risk factors for cardiovascular disease can benefit from popping one aspirin daily, says a government-appointed panel of independent experts.
Apr 12, 2016, 16:57 PM IST
Two cups of coffee a day keeps colorectal cancer risk at bay
Moreover, the risk of developing colorectal cancer continued to decrease to up to 50 percent when participants drank more than 2.5 servings of coffee each day.
Diet rich in fat elevates risk of colorectal cancer
In this case, overweight people are at a higher risk and they should stop consuming fatty foods.
Mar 06, 2016, 14:47 PM IST
Know why obesity ups colorectal cancer risk
The risk of developing colorectal cancer in obese people is about 50 percent greater compared to the risk in lean people, says new research.
Jan 17, 2016, 11:38 AM IST
Obesity linked with colorectal cancer risk: Study
A new study has revealed the link between obesity and colorectal cancer.
Jan 16, 2016, 14:45 PM IST
New drug promises to treat colorectal cancer
A small molecule drug combined with chemotherapy may effectively treat colorectal cancer patients, says a new study.
Jan 09, 2016, 13:54 PM IST
