What is Psyllium, and is it good for you?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative and dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Can a biopsy spread your cancer?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
A PSA 📣 on PSA testing: What to know about prostate cancer screening
General Health Hot Health Topics
Those Nerdy Girls
PSA testing is the most common way to help detect prostate cancer. Screening typically begins between ages 40 and 50, but there is no universal guideline. Talk to your clinician to find out the right time for you. The earlier we detect prostate cancer, the better. You might’ve heard in the news about former President Read more…
I keep hearing about full-body MRIs. Are they worth it?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
For most healthy people, full-body MRIs aren’t necessary. It’s much more important to work with your provider and discuss your own risks and health goals. Wellness influencers and celebrities have been really into getting full-body magnetic resonance images, or MRIs, just to check to see if they might have cancer or other conditions. So should Read more…
What is psyllium, and is it good for you?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative and dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Can a biopsy spread your cancer?
General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
A PSA 📣 on PSA testing: What to know about prostate cancer screening
General Health Hot Health Topics
Those Nerdy Girls
PSA testing is the most common way to help detect prostate cancer. Screening typically begins between ages 40 and 50, but there is no universal guideline. Talk to your clinician to find out the right time for you. The earlier we detect prostate cancer, the better. You might’ve heard in the news about former President Read more…
I keep hearing about full-body MRIs. Are they worth it?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
For most healthy people, full-body MRIs aren’t necessary. It’s much more important to work with your provider and discuss your own risks and health goals. Wellness influencers and celebrities have been really into getting full-body magnetic resonance images, or MRIs, just to check to see if they might have cancer or other conditions. So should Read more…
What is psyllium, and is it good for you?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
A PSA 📣 on PSA testing: What to know about prostate cancer screening
General Health Hot Health TopicsThose Nerdy Girls
PSA testing is the most common way to help detect prostate cancer. Screening typically begins between ages 40 and 50, but there is no universal guideline. Talk to your clinician to find out the right time for you. The earlier we detect prostate cancer, the better. You might’ve heard in the news about former President Read more…
I keep hearing about full-body MRIs. Are they worth it?
General Health
Rebecca Raskin-Wish
For most healthy people, full-body MRIs aren’t necessary. It’s much more important to work with your provider and discuss your own risks and health goals. Wellness influencers and celebrities have been really into getting full-body magnetic resonance images, or MRIs, just to check to see if they might have cancer or other conditions. So should Read more…
What is psyllium, and is it good for you?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
PSA testing is the most common way to help detect prostate cancer. Screening typically begins between ages 40 and 50, but there is no universal guideline. Talk to your clinician to find out the right time for you. The earlier we detect prostate cancer, the better. You might’ve heard in the news about former President Read more…
I keep hearing about full-body MRIs. Are they worth it?
General HealthRebecca Raskin-Wish
For most healthy people, full-body MRIs aren’t necessary. It’s much more important to work with your provider and discuss your own risks and health goals. Wellness influencers and celebrities have been really into getting full-body magnetic resonance images, or MRIs, just to check to see if they might have cancer or other conditions. So should Read more…
What is psyllium, and is it good for you?
General Health
Daphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
For most healthy people, full-body MRIs aren’t necessary. It’s much more important to work with your provider and discuss your own risks and health goals. Wellness influencers and celebrities have been really into getting full-body magnetic resonance images, or MRIs, just to check to see if they might have cancer or other conditions. So should Read more…
What is psyllium, and is it good for you?
General HealthDaphne Berryhill, RPh
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative & dietary fiber supplement. Psyllium may also have small benefits for heart and metabolic health. It’s best to talk with your clinician before taking it regularly. For generations, psyllium has been a go-to solution for pooping problems. As a kid in the 80s, I remember my grandma mixing the orange Read more…
Are we seeing more colorectal cancer cases in younger adults?
Clinical Symptoms General Health Hot Health Topics
Yes. There is a recent global uptick in colorectal cancer rates among adults under 50. If you are aged 45 or older (or <45 with increased risk of colorectal cancer due to family history or certain medical conditions), talk to your clinician about getting screened. In the US, colorectal cancer (CRC) – cancer that starts in Read more…
Nerdy Girls Live 06/17/24 – The Ins and Outs of Cancer Screening
General Health Videos
Those Nerdy Girls discuss the ins and outs of cancer screening. Which cancers should you get screened for? What are the pros and cons? Why do screening guidelines keep changing? Hosted by: – Sarah Coles, MD: TNG Contributing Writer, Family physician and Assistant Professor – Chana Davis, PhD: TNG Contributing Writer & Founder of Fueled Read more…
Who should be screened for colon cancer?
General HealthAlexandra Hall, MD
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and Misinformation
Sandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
A: Most everyone aged 45-75 should be screened regularly for colon cancer. 💥 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! 💥 ➡️ Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in the United States. Recently rates of colorectal cancer in younger people have been increasing. For that reason, guidelines were updated in 2021 Read more…
¿Qué se sabe de la nueva prueba casera de cáncer de colon?
Data and Metrics Posts en Español Uncertainty and MisinformationSandra Albrecht, PhD MPH
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying Safe
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
La prueba casera de detección del cáncer de colon utiliza una muestra de heces recogidas por el propio paciente para buscar signos de ADN canceroso. Ese una prueba eficaz y cómoda para la mayoría de las personas entre 45 y 75 años. La prueba casera de ADN (comercializada como Cologuard en EE.UU. y Colo-Alert en Read more…
We can still do our part.
Staying SafeAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General Health
Alexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
You may have noticed the headlines in the past month or two. Kids, especially the littlest ones, have been increasingly at risk as we have seen more children admitted to the hospital for respiratory illnesses since August 2022. For babies in the 0-6 month group, it is estimated that 1 in 500 has been admitted Read more…
What’s this new at-home colon cancer test?
General HealthAlexandra Hall, MD
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en Español
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
A: The at-home colon cancer screening test uses a self-collected stool sample to look for signs of cancer DNA. It is an effective and convenient screening test option for most people aged 45-75. The at-home DNA test (marketed as Cologuard in the U.S. and Colo-Alert in Europe) is a newer option for colon cancer screening. Read more…
Estoy retrasado con mis evaluaciones preventivas – ¿Es seguro agendar citas ahora?
General Health Posts en EspañolAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General Health
Megan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
Mientras la pandemia se prolonga, muchas personas están atrasadas en sus evaluaciones rutinarias de tratamiento de cáncer. Es seguro retomar esa rutina dentro del seguimiento de su tratamiento, si aún no ha acudido a sus citas, considere reiniciar su programa preventivo. “Me faltó mi mamografía el año pasado, la he estado postergando hasta que la Read more…
I am overdue for preventive screenings – is it safe to have these appointments now?
General HealthMegan Madsen, DO
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying Safe
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
As the pandemic drags on, many people are behind on tests health care providers routinely recommend for cancer screening. It is safe and appropriate to resume testing, if you haven’t already. “I skipped my mammogram last year, I have been putting it off until the pandemic ends.” “My doctor recommended a colonoscopy, but I’m afraid Read more…
Nerdy Girls’ Tribute to Chadwick Boseman
Staying SafeLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
The Nerdy Girls join the millions of folks who remain heartbroken about the recent passing of Mr. Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer at the age of 43. From Jackie Robinson to the Black Panther, King T’Challa, Mr. Boseman played Black icons and told beautiful stories through his art. Our thoughts are with his grieving loved Read more…
