While 90% of colorectal cancer diagnoses occur in those ages 50 and older, incidence rates are increasing for young people under 50. Unfortunately, because these cancers are usually discovered at a later stage, colon cancer deaths among young men and women are rising as well.
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with cancer and you’d like to learn more about this topic, please consider attending the next Care Conversation, “Cancer and Fertility,” on Tuesday, April 16.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently updated their COVID-19 vaccine guidelines for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised which includes many cancer patients.
While Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center’s main hospital will not close, we are making preparations to reduce the number of patients traveling that day and ensure adequate staffing.
If you’ve been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, surgery may be a primary part of your treatment. You’ll want to choose a colorectal surgeon and treatment center with the tools and expertise to offer you your best chance for positive outcomes in terms of both your survival and your quality of life.
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This condition can occur when your normal digestive process is changed, such as when surgery for stomach or esophageal cancer alters the size, shape or position of the stomach.