Gluten is a protein that mostly occurs in wheat, barley, and rye. People with celiac disease cannot consume gluten as it attacks their small intestines. About 3 million people in the United States suffer from celiac disease. Many consumers see a gluten-free label and assume that it must be a healthier option. In fact, a…
Colon and Rectal Cancer: Are Our Youths at More Risk Now?
Colon and rectal cancer have long been associated with older patients over the age of 50, which is why colorectal cancer screenings have been recommended for persons over this age. However, the New York Times has recently drawn our attention to new studies from the American Cancer Society that revealed some disturbing results regarding colon…
Wear Blue for National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March has been declared as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in February 2000. Colorectal cancer is the third most common form of cancer in the USA and is easily cured and treatable. One of the main ways to control colorectal cancer is regular screenings, but first, we need to make people aware of how common…
Susan G. Komen – Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research
This year, we at GIH want to make an impact in the fight against breast cancer! For the month of October, 2016, we have started a fundraising team (GIH Pink Stilettos) on the Susan G. Komen website to raise money for breast cancer research. Please consider joining our team and/or if you can’t walk with us, please…
Good economy? More bowel cancers, study finds
(CNN) — Economic development is a good thing — but not when it comes to the risk of developing colorectal cancer. According to a recent study, as a country develops, rates of this type of cancer rise alongside it. The study revealed a 10-fold difference in cases worldwide, based on a country’s level of economic…