It turns out that despite everything you’ve heard, getting a colonoscopy is wonderful.

A colonoscopy remains one of medicine’s most effective tools for detecting colorectal cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. While the procedure itself typically causes minimal discomfort ...

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is sharing his cancer prevention journey with the world. Portnoy, 47, had a colonoscopy on July 31 and documented the experience on social media for his fans. The ...

North Bethesda, MD; Bethesda, MD; and Downers Grove, IL (March 4, 2025) – Updated consensus recommendations by the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer (MSTFCRC) address optimizing the ...

Sometimes, the preparation solution to clear the bowels before a colonoscopy does not work, or only partially works. A person can speak with their doctor about ways to make the prep more effective.

Analisa Novak is a content producer for CBS News and the Emmy Award-winning "CBS Mornings." She specializes in covering live events and exclusive interviews for the show. Analisa is a United States ...

I still vividly remember my feelings when my doctor asked me to undertake a colonoscopy examination. As I learned more about the examination and preparation procedures, I started feeling embarrassed ...

I just turned 45 and am dreading my first colonoscopy. Why do I need to be screened if I’m not having issues? Can you walk me ...