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Health and Wellness | February 13, 2024

8 Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer Screenings

By age 45, you should have a talk with your doctor about colorectal cancer and when to do a screening. Learn the symptoms and treatments.
Health and Wellness | February 2, 2024

What Is the Difference Between a Colonoscopy and a Sigmoidoscopy?

There are many colorectal cancer screening tests. Visual exams include colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy. Learn how they work.
Health and Wellness | November 7, 2023

What Are Cancer Screenings Men Should Not Ignore?

An older man checks his calendar to see when he has scheduled his cancer screening.
Men should not ignore or delay cancer screenings, especially for prostate and colon cancers. Early detection saves lives.
Scripps in the News | March 7, 2023

In the News: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

It's colorectal cancer awareness month. Walter Coyle, MD, discusses risk factors, screening option and more with CBS 8.
Health and Wellness | December 1, 2022

4 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

A young mother hugs her son with a Christmas tree in the background.
Scripps doctors offer practical advice to help you stay safe and healthy, and minimize stress, during the holidays.
Scripps in the News | March 23, 2022

Scripps MD Anderson Patient Speaks Out on Colorectal Cancer Screening

Colorectal cancer survivor, Bobby Day, spoke with local media to about his cancer experience. Learn about his journey and more insights from experts.
Scripps in the News | March 17, 2020

A Look at Colorectal Cancer Prevention Tips on KUSI TV

Find out important tips about colorectal cancer awareness month. Learn about screening options and more from a Scripps MD Anderson doctor.
Health and Wellness | December 12, 2018

Why Do I Have Heartburn? Could It Be GERD?

A woman grabs her chest wondering if she has heartburn or something more serious like GERD.
Learn about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a digestive disorder that can be treated with lifestyle changes, medication and in some cases surgery.
Health and Wellness | September 11, 2018

Colorectal Cancer: Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Getting Screened (podcast)

Walter Coyle, MD, gastroenterologist, is featured in San Diego Health podcast on colorectal cancer.
Colorectal cancer is deadly but it is also preventable if caught early via screenings, including stool-based tests, colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy.
Health and Wellness | September 4, 2018

Colorectal Cancer Facts, Symptoms, and Why Screenings Save Lives (video)

Walter Coyle, MD, of Scripps Clinic, discusses colorectal cancer in San Diego Health video with Susan Taylor.
The survival rate for colorectal cancer is high when caught early through screening. Learn why colonoscopies are recommended to detect colon or rectal cancer.