It's a rite of passage we don't look forward to: Once we turn 45, it's recommended that we get a colonoscopy to screen for ...
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 45 and am dreading my first colonoscopy. Why do I need to be screened if I'm not having issues? Can you walk me through the process? ANSWER: Feeling anxious or afraid ...
The push to start routine colorectal cancer screening at age 45 has expanded the eligible pool by millions, and as demand rises, gastroenterologists and facilities are facing growing concerns about ...
Increased demand for colonoscopies has prompted healthcare leaders to hone preventive screening, service delivery and innovation strategies in recent years.1 While the detection of polyps during ...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study adds to evidence that people who get screened for colon cancer are less likely to end up dying of the disease. But it matters what doctor performs the test, ...
Your health insurance will typically cover a colonoscopy in full, provided it’s a screening and you meet certain eligibility requirements. While diagnostic colonoscopies may also be covered, you will ...
Do you know the right questions to ask when getting a screening colonoscopy? Do you know how to make sure you are getting high quality care? "Most people focus on the dislike of the preparation, the ...
April 8, 2010: Katie Couric attending a tree planting ceremony with the Sesame Street Muppets at Madison Square Park in New York City. Credit: INFevents.com ...
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 45 and am dreading my first colonoscopy. Why do I need to be screened if I'm not having issues? Can you walk me through the process? ANSWER: Feeling anxious or afraid ...