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foods for a healthy colon
Healthy Living

How GI Docs Keep Their Colons Healthy

Rush gastroenterologists share their favorite tips for colon health

Salina Lee talking to a patient
Gastrointestinal Health

Colonoscopies Can Prevent Colorectal Cancer

Regular screening can help catch colon cancer early, when it's most curable

Troy Douglas, patient
Waterford Place

Troy’s Story: Cancer Diagnosis Is Life-Changing

Diagnosed with colon cancer at age 34, Troy Douglas had to make major decisions before starting treatment

Man picking up box at doorstep
Gastrointestinal Health

Colonoscopy vs. At-Home Colon Cancer Screening

Which option is right for you?

Salina Lee, MD
Cancer

High-Risk Colorectal Cancer Surveillance and the Use of GI Genius With Salina Lee, MD

In this episode, Salina Lee, MD, a gastroenterologist at RUSH University Medical Center, will discuss how the detection and removal of adenomas is key to helping gastroenterologists prevent pa...

Colonoscopy appointment on calendar
Gastrointestinal Health

Getting a Colonoscopy

A first-hand account of what it's like to have the procedure

Stress or GI
Gastrointestinal Health

GI Symptoms: Is It Stress or Something More?

How to know whether you need to de-stress or see a doctor

Eating for a healthy colon
Food & Nutrition

Eating for a Healthy Colon

A healthy diet can be a powerful force against colon disorders — including cancer

Cancer

Smart Minute: Colorectal Cancer Screening

Rush gastroenterologist Salina Lee, MD, discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening

Stop smoking
Cancer

5 Things You Can Do to Prevent Cancer

Two experts weigh in on how you can devise a cancer prevention action plan