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More and more people have tuned into the message. Unfortunately all too many of our friends and neighbors have tuned out, even when their body is screaming for help! While discussions of colorectal cancer awareness may not be a hit in polite circles of conversation (remember when breast cancer awareness wasn't either?) some even refuse to speak or listen privately. The warning signs can be subtle or clear, but only if you pay attention to the signals your body sends will you catch the message.

Just when it seems we are making progress in the drive to promote colon health and awareness, the American Cance NetWellness Article (More)


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  • American Cancer Society, Colon and Rectum Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer OSU Article
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  • About the Colon and Rectum NetWellness Article
  • Colonic Diseases: Anatomy and Physiology MedlinePlus
  • Colorectal Polyps MedlinePlus
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  • Complications

  • Anal Fissure MedlinePlus
  • Anorectal abscess MedlinePlus
  • Short Bowel Syndrome MedlinePlus

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  • 5 Steps to Lowering Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer NetWellness Article
  • Colonic Diseases: Diagnosis and Symptoms MedlinePlus
  • Colonoscopy MedlinePlus
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  • Radiation Therapy NetWellness Article
  • Bowel Resection MedlinePlus
  • Brachytherapy (A Type of Internal Radiation Therapy) (National Cancer Institute)
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  • Staying Healthy

  • Colorectal Cancer: Disease Management MedlinePlus
  • Colorectal Cancer: Prevention/Screening MedlinePlus
  • Early Detection Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer NetWellness Article
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