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Here's what you need to know about colonoscopies, effectiveness of alternatives

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4 Your HealthMarch 25, 2025 7:30 pm

Here's what you need to know about colonoscopies, effectiveness of alternatives

Colon cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. However, most people don’t know when to or how often to get screened. News4’s Melissa Mollet spoke with Dr. Priyanka Kanth to answer common questions about colonoscopies.

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