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Learn why doctors perform colonoscopy, what it can show, how you prepare for it, what to expect during and after colonoscopy, and the risks of colonoscopy.

Hoja informativa que contiene una lista de algunas de las sustancias del humo de tabaco que causan cáncer y describe los problemas de salud causados por fumar y los beneficios de dejar el hábito.

A fact sheet about the results of research on menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). Includes information about the effect of MHT on the body and benefits and risks of using menopausal hormones.

A fact sheet that describes use of high-intensity light in cancer treatment, its advantages and disadvantages, and types of procedures that use it.

A fact sheet that discusses the advantages and disadvantages of several colorectal cancer screening tests.

Colon cancer treatments can include surgery, radiofrequency ablation, cryosurgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy. Learn more about the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of colon cancer in this expert-reviewed summary.

Colon cancer treatment often involves open surgical resection as the primary treatment for localized disease. Other modalities include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy, and local ablation. Get detailed information about colon cancer treatment in this summary for clinicians.

A fact sheet that lists some of the cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco smoke and describes the health problems caused by cigarette smoking and the benefits of quitting.

Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. If you're 50 years old or older, talk to your doctor about getting screened.