Bowel cancer News

New research suggests that a bacterium commonly found in the gut may, under particular conditions, release a toxin that triggers mutations in the cells found in the lining of the gut and this can lead to bowel cancer.

Belfast - Researchers from Northern Ireland have adopted a genomic approach to understanding bowel (colorectal) cancer. The aim is to develop a process to improve prognosis, which could aid patients.

A new study has found that people who take antibiotics over long time are more at risk of developing growths on the bowel that could be a precursor to cancer.

Kent - It's a bittersweet moment when a 22-year-old girlfriend marries her 23-year-old boyfriend, while he is laying on his hospital bed after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.

A new discovery could play an important role in establishing which bowel cancer patients are most likely to require chemotherapy.

Scientists have developed a simple breath analysis test that has the potential for the screening and diagnosis of colorectal cancer.

Last night, a Channel 4 TV 'Dispatches' documentary asked this question; for some people, the answer is a quite shocking no.

A British Member of Parliament has apologized after his novelty musical tie began playing during a House of Commons debate.

Scientists have identified the rogue stem cells in the intestines that cause bowel cancer. That discovery should make it possible to find this type of cancer in the earliest stages when a cure is most possible.