Keck Medicine of USC Blog | Colon Cancer

September 10, 2025

What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?
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August 8, 2025

Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients
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June 3, 2025

What Causes Colon Cancer?
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September 10, 2025

What Cancer Screenings Should Older Adults Get?
A medical oncologist explains what cancers older adults should be screened for, when to start routine screenings — and possibly...
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August 8, 2025

Radiation Oncology: Top Questions from Patients
A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist shares patients’ most-asked questions about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation therapy is a...
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June 3, 2025

What Causes Colon Cancer?
What causes colon cancer, and how can screening and lifestyle choices reduce your risk? Colorectal (colon and rectal cancer) is...
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April 15, 2025

Colon Cancer Rising in Young Adults
Why are rates of colon cancer increasing in younger adults? Diagnoses of colon cancer, or colorectal cancer, are increasingly common...
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April 1, 2025

What Is Radiation for Cancer?
A Keck Medicine of USC radiation oncologist explains what to know about radiation treatment for cancer. Radiation oncology — the...
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March 3, 2025

Don’t Be Afraid to Get a Second Opinion, Doctor Says
Second opinions in health care are wise for many reasons, says a Keck Medicine of USC oncologist. Telling your doctor...
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December 20, 2024

Coping with Cancer During the Holidays
The holidays can be especially challenging if you’re living with a serious illness like cancer. The following strategies can help...
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December 11, 2024

Every Colorectal Cancer Patient’s Journey Is Unique
An expert explains why there is never just one approach to treating colorectal cancer. If you’ve been diagnosed with colorectal...
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June 24, 2024

Can You Be Screened for Colon Cancer Without a Colonoscopy?
While a colonoscopy is the preferred method, less invasive options can help determine whether there is cause for concern. A...
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March 15, 2021

Why Is Colorectal Cancer on the Rise for Younger People?
Doctors are working to uncover why colon cancer numbers are increasing in people under 50. Here’s what you need to...
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September 12, 2019

Which Colon Cancer Screening Is Right for Me?
There are four different ways to be screened for colon cancer. Read on to find out which test might be...
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