Colon Cancer Awareness Month 2025 is a chance to tackle more than just colorectal cancer statistics. It’s an opportunity to confront stigmas head-on, save lives through early detection, and address critical risks affecting our communities. This year, Gastroenterology Associates of Tidewater (GATGI) is committed to educating, supporting, and promoting health [...]
Colon cancer is a serious concern for many adults, but many don't realize that it often grows slowly. By the time symptoms occur, it's often too late. Understanding colon cancer prevention and early detection is crucial. This post aims to provide valuable tips on reducing the risk of colorectal cancer. [...]
As we continue to fight against cancer collectively, it's crucial to highlight the importance of early detection—particularly when it comes to colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Hampton Roads has higher death rates, making it a hotspot. Following colon cancer [...]
Colorectal cancer remains a significant public health concern across the globe, especially in Hampton Roads, Va. where the occurrence of colorectal cancer is high. However, with a few dietary and lifestyle changes, we can reduce the risk. Colorectal cancer, often referred to as colon cancer, is a type of cancer [...]
Colorectal cancer poses a significant health concern in Chesapeake, as well as worldwide, impacting numerous individuals annually. Understanding the role that genetics play in colorectal cancer risk is fundamental in taking preventive measures and seeking early treatment. But what exactly does being genetically predisposed mean, and how does it impact [...]
Colorectal cancer is a serious health concern, but early detection can often make a significant difference in treatment outcomes. Because early detection is key in preventing and curing colon cancer, the importance of colorectal cancer screening cannot be overstated. The primary benefit of early colorectal cancer screening lies in its [...]
For more than 34 years Dr. Steven Dandalides has served the community as one of the gastroenterologists at Gastroenterology Associates of Tidewater. Throughout his medical career he believed in providing thorough and insightful evaluations of patients using both his broad internal medicine training and in depth knowledge and experience in [...]
Colorectal cancer is the third most prevalent form of cancer in the United States. According to The American Cancer Society, there will be over 104,000 new instances of colon cancer and over 45,000 new cases of rectal cancer in 2021. These days, rates of people being diagnosed with colon or [...]
Most people are not aware of colon cancer symptoms. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the United States, but it can be treated and possibly cured if detected early. Colon cancer symptoms are often ignored, which means that many tumors or polyps grow undetected [...]
No colon cancer prevention strategy is foolproof, but nutrition can be an essential factor in reducing your risk of colon cancer. One of the best ways to do this is by eating a healthy diet. In this blog post, we will discuss how colon cancer prevention can be achieved through [...]
