Ep. 192: The Latest Guidance on Colon Cancer Screening
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Rates of colon cancer in Canada aren’t standard across the board. They’re dropping in populations over 50 years old, and rising in younger demographics. Dr. Jeff Axler, (above, right) Medcan’s director of gastroenterology and endoscopy, has scoped over 40,000 colons throughout his career.
Here, he chats with CMO Dr. Peter Nord (above, left) about why Medcan’s colon cancer screening guidelines stand out from other recommendations in Canada, how you can learn about your unique risk, and why the preparation for your colonoscopy isn’t nearly as bad as you thought.
LINKS
Learn more about Medcan’s on-site colonoscopy services.
To make an appointment or book a consultation with Dr. Axler or another Medcan doctor, email clientservice@medcan.com or call 1-416-350-5900.
Read some colorectal cancer statistics from the Canadian Cancer Society.
Check out more Eat Move Think content about gut health:
Episode 184: Nutrition & Digestive Health
Episode 140: How to Feed Your Gut Microbiome
Episode 87: Fermented Food & Gut Health
INSIGHTS
0:00 Intro
03:14 Meet Dr. Jeff Axler, Medcan’s Director of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy.
05:15 What happens in the body before cancer forms?
06:39 Signs and symptoms to watch for.
08:17 How prevalent is colon cancer in Canada?
09:22 Screening has helped to lower rates of colon cancer. When should you get screened, and why?
11:58 A colonoscopy isn’t the only way to test for colon cancer.
14:35 Dr. Axler’s advice: get screened early.
16:01 Things you probably didn’t know about your colon!
17:42 Are there any risks when undergoing a colonoscopy?
19:13 Does family history affect your risk of colon cancer?
20:59 These unhealthy lifestyle choices might increase your risk.
22:15 How effective are colonic cleanses, really?
22:42 How often should you be screened for colon cancer?
23:15 How to prep before your colonoscopy.
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