Colorectal cancer rates in the United States vary by gender. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is slightly more common in men than in women. In 2022, it is estimated that there will be approximately 105,640 new cases of colon cancer and 45,230 new cases of rectal cancer in the United States. Of these, approximately 54,830 cases will occur in men and 50,040 cases will occur in women…. Read More »


Obesity is particularly problematic in terms of colorectal cancer risk when it is centralized around the abdomen (often referred to as “visceral obesity”) rather than being distributed more evenly throughout the body. Visceral obesity is associated with higher levels of inflammation and other metabolic abnormalities that may increase the risk of cancer…. Read More »


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