Don’t wait until you turn 50 to screen for colon cancer

The American Cancer Society has updated its colon cancer screening guideline, recommending that screenings begin at age 45 instead of 50. The change was made in hopes of countering the growing number of colon cancer cases in younger Americans. The guideline recommends that people choose from a variety of different screening methods to find one that best suits their needs and risk profile. (Locked) More »

How to get a move on

Women who have been sedentary for years can benefit from an exercise program. But getting started may be a challenge. Often it is a fear of not fitting in or the idea that they are not athletic that prevents them from taking the first step. But charting out a reasonable plan ahead of time can help overcome those barriers. (Locked) More »

Blockage or no blockage, take heart attacks seriously

For years, many doctors thought that heart attacks that weren’t caused by a major blockage were less serious than those that were. New research shows, however, that people who have this type of heart attack—known as a myocardial infarction with nonobstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA)—are at higher risk for future cardiovascular events, and doctors should treat the condition aggressively. (Locked) More »