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March 22, 2017
Younger population rates increasing, but older Americans still 16 times more likely to diagnosed with Colon Cancer than those under age 50

Next time someone asks you to go for a walk or get up and dance, jump at the chance. The simple act of moving may take you steps closer to avoiding cancers associated with sedentary lifestyles and obesity....

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July 14, 2016
SMB Care Foundation to host film foundraiser for colon cancer

he SMB Care Foundation will host the second installment of SMB Flicks, a film fundraiser at The Island House Cinema on Tuesday, July 19 at 7:00pm.

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March 29, 2016
Colon cancer can be beaten

Colorectal cancer begins as a growth on the inner lining of the colon or rectum, called a polyp, and some types of polyps over time can change into cancer if left undetected and treated.

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July 07, 2015
Raising the colon cancer awareness

In a unique fundraising effort, the SMB Care Foundation will host the SMB Flicks fundraiser, during which guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind night at the cinema featuring one short film and one feature film chosen by award-winning filmmaker Kareem Mortimer at The Cinema at The Island House.

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March 10, 2015
Colon cancer -- the disease that is almost 100 percent avoidable

Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the third most common in The Bahamas behind breast cancer and prostate cancer.

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March 24, 2023
What You Can Do To Catch Colon Cancer Early

The topic of colorectal cancer consistently remains in the news, given that an American Cancer Society study found the disease has become more common in younger adults under the age of 50.

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November 12, 2014
More colon cancer awareness needed

Dear Editor,
I read with interest Marcus Coopers' article in a recent edition of The Nassau Guardian, in which he advises that his two-year study identified about 25 people under 50 afflicted by colon cancer, and a total of 129 new cases.
I'm not sure if this small number warrants a nationwide screening process, but certainly the public needs more awareness.
Awareness could be enhanced by a proces...

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October 21, 2014
The impact of colon cancer in The Bahamas

Colon cancer is the fourth most common cause of death from cancer worldwide. In The Bahamas, colon cancer is the third most common malignancy in both males and females. It represents a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, and is an important public health concern.
Colon cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancers. Colon cancer screening allows the detection and removal of colon...

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December 18, 2012
Help and Hope for Patients With Colon Cancer

As little as 10 years ago, a stage four colorectal diagnosis meant that the doctors simply sent that person on their way and that there was nothing much they could do to in the form of treatment.

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May 17, 2011
Cut fat, Protect your colon

Cheeseburgers and ice cream. We love to eat them, even though they clog our arteries and pad our bellies. But here?s one more good reason to cut back: Cancer of the small intestine.

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