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ER dismissal, then rectal cancer: a Toronto model’s urgent cancer journey
health8 days ago

ER dismissal, then rectal cancer: a Toronto model’s urgent cancer journey

Toronto model Jess Grossman, who lives with an ostomy after childhood Crohn’s disease and colon removal, says ER staff brushed off her persistent pelvic pain as endometriosis until a CT scan raised flags. After a biopsy, she was diagnosed with rectal cancer four weeks from the first symptoms and is undergoing eight rounds of chemotherapy (16 weeks total) to shrink the tumor before potential surgery to remove the rectal stump. She documents her journey online to raise awareness about colorectal cancer and the importance of early detection.

via Yahoo Lifestyle Canada|
#chemotherapy#crohns-disease#early-detection
Catherine O’Hara: Death certificate confirms pulmonary embolism as the cause, cancer listed as long-term illness
entertainment19 days ago

Catherine O’Hara: Death certificate confirms pulmonary embolism as the cause, cancer listed as long-term illness

Catherine O’Hara, 71, died in a Santa Monica hospital; the death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism as the immediate cause and rectal cancer as the long-term illness she had been treated for since 2025; tributes poured in from colleagues celebrating her work on Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone.

via BBC|
#catherine-ohara#entertainment#pulmonary-embolism
Catherine O’Hara Dies at 71; Pulmonary Embolism Cited as Cause
obituaries19 days ago

Catherine O’Hara Dies at 71; Pulmonary Embolism Cited as Cause

Catherine O’Hara died at age 71 at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health listed a pulmonary embolism as the immediate cause of death, with rectal cancer noted as the underlying condition. She was cremated and her remains were given to her husband, Bo Welch. The Emmy-winning actress, known for Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone, was honored by colleagues including Eugene Levy and Macaulay Culkin.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#catherine-ohara#hollywood#obituaries
Catherine O’Hara Dies at 71: Death Certificate Names Pulmonary Embolism as Cause
obituaries20 days ago

Catherine O’Hara Dies at 71: Death Certificate Names Pulmonary Embolism as Cause

Deadline reports Catherine O’Hara died at 71 in Los Angeles after a brief illness; the LA County death certificate lists a pulmonary embolism as the cause of death with rectal cancer as the underlying condition, a detail TMZ cited. The beloved actor known for SCTV, Beetlejuice, Home Alone, and Schitt’s Creek is remembered with tributes from the industry.

via Deadline|
#catherine-ohara#obituaries#obituary
"Autopsy Reveals Unabomber Ted Kaczynski's Late-Stage Rectal Cancer and Depression Prior to Prison Suicide"
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Autopsy Reveals Unabomber Ted Kaczynski's Late-Stage Rectal Cancer and Depression Prior to Prison Suicide"

The autopsy report of "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski reveals that he was diagnosed with late-stage rectal cancer in 2021 and was noted to be depressed a month before his suicide in 2023. His death by hanging in his solitary cell at the Federal Medical Center in Butner raises questions about preventability and access to objects for self-harm. The report also mentions his history of mental health disorders and refusal of further cancer treatments due to poor prognosis and negative side effects. Kaczynski, known for a deadly bombing spree, had been captured in 1996 and sentenced to life in prison without parole.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#crime-and-justice#prison#rectal-cancer
"Autopsy Reveals 'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski's Late-Stage Rectal Cancer and Depression Prior to Prison Suicide"
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Autopsy Reveals 'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski's Late-Stage Rectal Cancer and Depression Prior to Prison Suicide"

The autopsy report of "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski revealed that he was diagnosed with late-stage rectal cancer in 2021 and was noted to be depressed before his suicide in 2023. Kaczynski, who waged a deadly bombing spree, took his own life in his solitary cell at the Federal Medical Center in Butner. Questions have been raised about the circumstances of his suicide, including how he had access to a shoelace. The report also mentioned extensive injuries due to chest compressions and the spread of his cancer. Kaczynski's notoriety as the "Unabomber" stemmed from his campaign of homemade pipe bombs targeting universities and an American Airlines flight.

via NBC News|
#crime-and-justice#prison#rectal-cancer
"35-year-old's Warning: Recognizing Symptoms of Rectal Cancer"
health1 year ago

"35-year-old's Warning: Recognizing Symptoms of Rectal Cancer"

Alex Mojica, a 35-year-old man from Tampa, is warning others about the symptoms of rectal cancer after his own diagnosis. He initially ignored the symptoms but eventually sought medical help after experiencing severe abdominal pain. Doctors discovered a tumor occupying 75% of his rectum and he underwent radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery. Dr. Elizabeth Myers, a colorectal surgeon, emphasized the importance of not ignoring symptoms such as weight loss, abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, and rectal bleeding. Mojica hopes to inspire others by sharing his story and has started a GoFundMe page to support his journey.

via ABC Action News Tampa Bay|
#awareness#chemotherapy#diagnosis
Mysterious Surge in Colon and Rectal Cancer Rates Baffles Scientists
health2 years ago

Mysterious Surge in Colon and Rectal Cancer Rates Baffles Scientists

The rates of colorectal cancer, including colon and rectal cancer, are increasing among young people globally, and the reasons for this trend are unclear. Potential risk factors include inactivity, a lack of dietary fiber, obesity, alcohol consumption, and tobacco use. A high-fat diet has been found to increase colorectal cancer risk in mice by affecting the gut microbiome and increasing bile acids. However, the study's findings cannot be directly translated to humans, and further research is needed to understand the impact of a high-fat diet on the human microbiome and bile acids.

via GQ|
#colon-cancer#colorectal-cancer#health
health2 years ago

Study Shows Radiation Treatment May Not Be Necessary for Some Cancer Patients.

A clinical trial conducted by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center found that rectal cancer patients may be able to avoid radiation therapy before surgery and rely solely on chemotherapy. The trial included over 1,100 participants with locally advanced rectal cancer who were given either FOLFOX or the traditional pre-surgery chemoradiation combination. The study found that individuals who underwent FOLFOX experienced results that were just as favorable as the more traditional, painful chemotherapy and radiation therapy. By avoiding radiation, individuals could avoid hindered sexual function and fertility. However, any cancer treatment poses the risks of side effects, and patients who can’t risk a loss of dexterity may want to opt for traditional chemoradiation therapy.

via Health.com|
#chemotherapy#clinical-trial#health
New Studies Show Promising Results for Cancer Treatment.
health2 years ago

New Studies Show Promising Results for Cancer Treatment.

A large clinical trial has found that rectal cancer patients may not need radiation therapy, which can have serious side effects such as infertility and sexual dysfunction. The study, which focused on patients with locally advanced rectal cancer, found that radiation treatment did not improve outcomes compared to chemotherapy and surgery alone. The results could give more than 10,000 patients annually in the United States the option to forgo radiation therapy. The trial is part of a new direction for cancer researchers, who are starting to ask if there are elements of successful treatments that can be eliminated to provide patients with a better quality of life.

via The New York Times|
#chemotherapy#clinical-trial#health