May 20, 2013: New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon
Advanced colonoscope has wider range of view than traditional models, picks up more polyps, study finds

May 16, 2013: New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer
Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

May 16, 2013: Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later
Study found even modest improvements seemed to lower disease risk

May 11, 2013: Grilling Tips to Cut Colon Cancer Risk
Use less red meat, marinate and precook indoors, nutrition expert advises

April 30, 2013: Women Smokers More Likely to Get Colon Cancer Than Men: Study
Just a few cigarettes a day raises their risk, researchers say

April 11, 2013: Strides Made in Preventing Cancer, But Challenges Remain: Report
American Cancer Society looked at smoking, obesity, disease screening, tanning and more

April 10, 2013: Calcium May Cut Risk for Precancerous Colon Lesions in Some People
Study found association only among those with specific genes

March 18, 2013: What's Good for the Heart May Also Prevent Cancer
Healthy lifestyles do double duty against 2 major disease groups, study finds

March 12, 2013: Medicare Spending Not Linked to Longer Cancer Survival
But U.S. patients in higher-spending regions have more, longer hospital stays

March 11, 2013: Seniors Getting Unnecessary Colonoscopies: Study
23 percent of those over 70 undergo screenings that are inappropriate, researchers say

March 08, 2013: You Can Help Reduce Your Colon Cancer Risk: Expert
Preventive measures include screening, food choices and moderate exercise

March 04, 2013: Colonoscopy Cuts Advanced Cancer Risk by 70 Percent: Study
Expert says annual fecal blood test is equally effective

March 04, 2013: Stars Pedal Hard to Help Fight Rare Cancers
SNL's Seth Meyers, N.Y. Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich biked Sunday to raise money for the cause

February 26, 2013: Obesity, Exercise May Affect Risk for Key Type of Colon Cancer
Finding could spur doctors to strongly recommend physical activity to vulnerable patients

February 21, 2013: Cancer Rates Vary Widely by State, Race: CDC Report
Latest data from 2009 cites 1.5 million new cases diagnosed; prostate and breast tumors most common

February 14, 2013: Alcohol Blamed for 1 in Every 30 Cancer Deaths: Study
Research suggests that even a little drinking can raise odds for malignancy

February 08, 2013: On-the-Job Stress Won't Raise Your Risk for Cancer, Study Finds
But it could lead to behaviors that increase the chances of disease, one expert says

February 05, 2013: Cancer Rates Dropping Among Black Americans
But they're still more likely to die from the disease than whites, study finds

February 04, 2013: Hoping to Ease Shortage, FDA Fast-Tracks Generic Form of Cancer Drug
Agency says new availability of doxorubicin will help people battling malignancy

January 23, 2013: Too Much Sitting May Lower Odds of Surviving Colon Cancer
Study also found that staying active reduced the risk of dying

January 21, 2013: 'Microbeads' May Boost Survival in Advanced Colon Cancer Patients
Small, preliminary study suggests radioactive beads may extend life by months in some patients

January 17, 2013: U.S. Cancer Death Rates Have Dropped 20 Percent Since 1991
American Cancer Society report credits better screening, treatment for the gains

January 15, 2013: U.S. Minorities Less Likely to Get Colon Cancer Screening: Study
Researcher says reasons include high cost, lower health literacy, lack of doctors

January 09, 2013: Brief Life Expectancy Should Rule Out Certain Cancer Screenings: Study
Risks outweigh benefits for those with few years left, researchers say

January 07, 2013: U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report
But, for some hard-to-treat cancers, deaths are increasing

December 27, 2012: Cancer-Related Fatigue Often Overlooked, Study Finds
Doctors should address helpful behaviors, treatments, researchers say

December 27, 2012: U.S. Cancer Screening Rates Dropping: Study
Confusing guidelines, insurance gaps may discourage people from getting recommended testing

December 17, 2012: Unhealthy Snacks Tied to Colon Cancer for Those at High Risk
Study found higher rates of precancerous lesions in people with Lynch syndrome

December 11, 2012: Avastin Shows No Benefit for Earlier Colon Cancer: Study
Experts say while it can help in advanced disease, that doesn't mean it works at all stages

December 05, 2012: Is a Breath Test for Colon Cancer Possible?
In small study, Italian researchers detected who had the disease with 75 percent accuracy

November 29, 2012: New DNA-Based Blood Test May Spot Signs of Cancer
Early finding suggests it might become a routine screen in the future

November 07, 2012: High-Carb Diet Linked to Colon Cancer Recurrence in Study
Other dietary factors also seemed to increase risk of cancer return

October 30, 2012: Quality of Life After Cancer May Depend on Tumor Type
Certain types leave survivors with worse mental and physical well-being, study finds

October 24, 2012: Genes May Determine Aspirin's Effect on Advanced Colon Cancer
Study finds taking it appears to slow tumor growth in patients with a particular genetic mutation

October 24, 2012: Many Terminal Cancer Patients Put False Hope in Chemo, Study Finds
Doctors must improve their message, researchers say

October 23, 2012: Colonoscopy Screening May Have Cut Colon Cancer Rates
Large, 20-year study found upper colon cancer cases decreased as Medicare coverage expanded

October 18, 2012: Can Allergies Thwart Fatal Colon Cancer?
Immune responses that trigger hay fever, asthma might also ward off malignancies, study says

October 17, 2012: Race, Income Tied to Late Colon Cancer Diagnoses, Study Finds
Delay raises risk for complications, death

October 17, 2012: Multivitamins May Slightly Lower Men's Cancer Risk: Study
Researchers found a 'modest' 8 percent reduction

October 16, 2012: New DNA Test Shows Promise for Spotting Colon Cancer
Early study showed it could detect both cancerous and precancerous cells in colon

October 16, 2012: Millions of Healthy Years of Life Lost to Cancer Worldwide
Study findings illustrate disease's burden 'quite starkly,' author says

October 12, 2012: B Vitamin Supplements Don't Affect Colon Cancer Risk: Study
Findings are reassuring, experts say

October 12, 2012: Coffee May Speed Up Bowel Recovery From Colon Surgery
Normal function resumed more quickly than for water drinkers alone, study found

October 03, 2012: Rural Colon Cancer Patients Fare Worse
Study shows they are diagnosed later and get fewer treatments than urban patients

September 27, 2012: Stivarga Approved for Advanced Colorectal Cancer
Designed to block enzymes that encourage tumor growth

September 27, 2012: Colon Cancer Gene Database May Assist Research Efforts
Study collection helps scientists pinpoint disease risk factors

September 02, 2012: Few Doctors Discuss Exercise With Cancer Patients: Study
Daily activities by themselves are not enough, researcher says

August 31, 2012: New Prep for Colon Screen Uses Four Pills, Not Liquid Laxative
Researchers think the easier regimen will encourage more to get 'virtual colonoscopy'

August 27, 2012: Midlife Fitness May Mean Healthier Old Age, Study Finds
Common conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's less likely

August 24, 2012: Missing Follow-Up Colonoscopies Could Raise Colon Cancer Risk
Incomplete removal of polyps and poor follow-up are top factors for those at increased risk, researchers report