Dr. Lynn O’Connor In The News
In the News: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Interview with Ruschell Boone of NY1
I had the pleasure of joining Ruschell Boone on NY1 to talk about colorectal cancer and the importance of getting screened. During our interview, we discussed the colon, how it functions, and how early [...]
Dr. Lynn O’Connor in the News: Pre-Workout Supplements and Alcohol
“Alcohol is a diuretic which causes dehydration, and as dehydration is intensified after working out from sweat, alcohol can further dehydrate you.” One of the best ways to stay healthy and to relieve stress is [...]
Sway’s Universe: Warning Signs of Colon Cancer and Risks
"We’ve got to educate ourselves, educate our families, educate our community, and sometimes you need to educate your doctor." The death of Chadwick Boseman has left a lasting impact on the African American community. [...]
Dr. Lynn O’Connor in the News: Chadwick Boseman and colon cancer
"The vast amount of colorectal cancers are still seen in older patients. Young-onset colorectal cancer patients face significant challenges as their symptoms are sometimes misdiagnosed." 11% of colon cancer diagnoses and 18% of rectal cancer [...]
Dr. Lynn O’Connor in the News: Colon cancer took Chadwick Boseman’s life.
"We lost a real hero. And there are a lot more cases out there." Just like the rest of the world, I was completely shocked to learn that Chadwick Boseman had passed away from colon [...]
Ask Nurse Alice Podcast: What We Should Know About Colon Cancer
When news broke that Chadwick Boseman suddenly passed away from colon cancer, I was completely shocked. The news has been a wake-up call for everyone, especially the African-American community, to start paying closer attention to [...]
Recent Videos
37-Year Old Colorectal Cancer Patient
Video courtesy of Catholic Health When 37-year old Dan first visited me with complaints of rectal bleeding, I suggested he get a colonoscopy due to his family medical history. Sure enough, I [...]
What to Eat After Colon Surgery
What types of foods should you eat after recovering from colon surgery? Your body goes through a lot during surgery, so the recovery period is important. Your body needs to heal. Soft foods that are [...]
Colon Cancer Screening Options
There are several types of screening tests for colorectal cancer. The most common and most effective is colonoscopy. But at-home screening tests like Cologuard and fecal occult blood tests have risen during the age of [...]
Colon Cancer Risk Factors and Disparities
Many lifestyle-related risk factors can raise your chances of developing colon cancer. While some people who get the disease may not have any of the risk factors, it's important to be aware of them. Certain [...]
Treating a Colon Cancer Diagnosis
After you're diagnosed with colon cancer, what comes next? Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be incredibly hard to take. It can be overwhelming to think about your next steps. What comes next? Do I need surgery [...]
Who Is At Risk For Colon Cancer?
How do you know if you're at risk for colon cancer? There are a number of risk factors that contribute to developing colon cancer. It's well known that your risk increases with age, but with [...]
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