Health officials urge people 45 and older to get tested for colon cancer
The U.S. preventative task force says the recommended age should be 45, not 50, like it is now. The reasoning? Colon cancer is increasing in younger adults. Written By: Jessica Backlund |
FARGO New guidance says Americans should start getting screened for colon cancer earlier.
The United States Preventive Task Force said the recommended age should be 45, not 50, like it is now. The reasoning? Colon cancer is increasing in younger adults.
A Sanford Health gastroenterologist, Dr. John Bennett, said he supports the change. He said colon cancer is completely preventable, and catching it early is key to beating it.
Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 6:12 am
Dr. Oseghale applies varnish to a patient.
OGDENSBURG – Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center’s pediatrician, Dr. Kome Oseghale, recently began the practice of applying fluoride varnish to the teeth of some of her youngest patients.
Working with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and St. Lawrence County Public Health, Dr. Oseghale has successfully been able to apply fluoride varnish to nearly 40 children in the past six weeks.
Dr. Oseghale chose this project she named 123 Smile to implement into her practice after attending an AAP conference where pediatric oral health was discussed.
“The evident need for better oral health in our pediatric population is high, especially in our younger, Medicaid population,” she said. “Dental caries is the most prevalent chronic disease among children. Almost half of all children will experience tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten.” She continued, “That is not a
OGDENSBURG â Claxton-Hepburn Medical Centerâs pediatrician, Dr. Kome Oseghale, recently began the practice of applying fluoride varnish to the teeth of some of her youngest patients. Working with the American Academy of Pediatrics and St. Lawrence County Public Health, Dr. Oseghale has successfully been able to apply the fluoride varnish to nearly 40 children in the past six weeks.
Dr. Oseghale chose this project she named 123 Smile to implement into her practice after attending an AAP conference where pediatric oral health was discussed.
âThe evident need for better oral health in our pediatric population is high, especially in our younger, Medicaid population. Dental caries is the most prevalent chronic disease among children. Almost half of all children will experience tooth decay by the time they reach kindergarten.â De. Oseghale said in a press release from the hospital âThat is not acceptable, and I have chosen to address this disparity within my prac