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Rise of bowel cancer in under-50s prompts risk-factor clues and urgent habit changes
health2 days ago

Rise of bowel cancer in under-50s prompts risk-factor clues and urgent habit changes

Bowel cancer is rising among people under 50, prompting a Prospect study at King’s College London to identify common traits among younger patients; in the meantime, experts outline plausible risk factors you can act on now, including 50g/day of processed meat (about two bacon rashers) raising risk by ~18%, sugary drinks, ultra-processed foods, low daily fiber, alcohol consumed on an empty stomach, inflammatory bowel disease, and sedentary lifestyle. With an estimated 50–60% of cases potentially preventable, practical steps include boosting fiber intake, cutting processed/ultra-processed foods, reducing sugary drinks, avoiding alcohol on an empty stomach, and staying physically active.

via Daily Mail|
#bowel-cancer#diet#early-age
Rising early-onset bowel cancer: spot the signs and act
health11 days ago

Rising early-onset bowel cancer: spot the signs and act

Dr Mark Porter warns that bowel cancer is increasingly diagnosed in younger people, urging awareness of warning signs (persistent changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, anemia, weight loss) and prompt GP consultation, while stressing the importance of taking up bowel screening (FIT tests and colonoscopy) which can dramatically improve survival; UK invites typically 50–74 every two years, with continued testing options after 74 in some regions.

via The Times|
#bowel-cancer#early-onset-bowel-cancer#health
health14 days ago

35-year-old mum survives bowel cancer after long ulcerative colitis battle

A 35-year-old Texas mother with a long history of ulcerative colitis is diagnosed with an aggressive colorectal cancer after childbirth. She undergoes three surgeries to remove her large intestine and reconstruct a J-pouch, followed by a six-month chemotherapy course; she has remained cancer-free since 2013 and reports a markedly improved quality of life despite ongoing dietary adjustments.

via LADbible|
#bowel-cancer#chemotherapy#colorectal-cancer
health1 month ago

Bowel cancer screening threshold cut to boost early detection

NHS England will lower the home bowel cancer screening threshold for the FIT test from 120 to 80 micrograms of blood per gram of feces, making screening more sensitive and enabling earlier detection of cancers and high‑risk polyps. The change is expected to identify about 600 additional cancers and 2,000 more high‑risk polyps each year, with digital NHS App alerts and a nationwide rollout by March 2028, potentially reducing late‑stage diagnoses and saving around £32m a year.

via The Telegraph|
#bowel-cancer#early-detection#fit-test
health1 month ago

Pork fat ranks among the healthiest foods in BBC Good Food study

A BBC Good Food study ranks pork fat (lard) eighth on a list of the healthiest foods, suggesting it can be healthier than everyday vegetables like peas, lettuce and tomatoes due to its fats and nutrients; Cancer Research UK cautions that red and processed meats raise bowel cancer risk, while proponents point to organic, pasture-raised lard containing CLA and other fats, highlighting the importance of sourcing.

via LADbible|
#bbc-good-food#bowel-cancer#health
Teenager's Multiple Doctor Visits Highlight Risks of Dismissing Young Bowel Cancer Symptoms
health4 months ago

Teenager's Multiple Doctor Visits Highlight Risks of Dismissing Young Bowel Cancer Symptoms

A 23-year-old woman, Milli Tanner, was repeatedly told she was too young for bowel cancer despite persistent symptoms, leading to a delayed diagnosis after 13 GP visits and A&E attendances. She was eventually diagnosed with stage III bowel cancer, having undergone treatment including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. Her case highlights the need for increased awareness and better diagnostic protocols for young people with potential cancer symptoms.

via The Independent|
#awareness#bowel-cancer#diagnosis-delay
health4 months ago

Mother's Ignored Symptoms Led to Late Bowel Cancer Diagnosis

A woman in Australia shared her experience with stage four bowel cancer, highlighting how she ignored early symptoms like pain, fatigue, and irregular bowel movements, which led to a late diagnosis. Her story emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs and seeking prompt medical attention to improve outcomes. She also set up a fundraiser for her family before passing away.

via LADbible|
#australia#bowel-cancer#cancer-awareness