Why Colon Cancer Screening Is More Important & Easier Than Ever
The Gastro Girl Podcast
03/02/21
•45m
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Host Jacqueline Gaulin hears from a 3-time cancer survivor Dave Dubin. He discusses the availability of genetic testing for colon cancer, and why its important to be screened when there is a family history of cancer. He also talks about AliveAndKickn his blog, turned non-profit, turned podcast. Then GI psychologist Stephen Lupe offers tips on coping with anxiety and fear of having a colonoscopy.
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