Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Archives - St. Peter's Health Partners News

WNYT: Local Surgeon and Survivor Advocate for Colon Cancer Prevention

March 18, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Thomas Tritt of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening during an interview on WNYT.

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WTEN: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

March 15, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

The current recommended age for colorectal cancer screening is 45. Dr. Timothy Holleran of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates explains on WTEN why some people might need to be screened sooner.

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WTEN: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

March 27, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Steven Gurien, of Capital District Colon & Rectal Associates, explains why it’s so important for people — especially younger people — to be proactive and get screened.

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LiveSmart: 6 Tips to Lower Your Colon Cancer Risk

March 6, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

Colorectal cancer is a disease that is highly treatable when detected early – schedule your screening today.

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LiveSmart: Screening, Early Detection Critical for Treating Colon Cancer

March 12, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women. The good news is colorectal cancer is a disease that can be prevented through regular screenings, a healthy diet and regular exercise. Click here to learn when you should start screening.

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WAMC: Medical Monday with Dr. Ragavan Siddharthan

March 5, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Ragavan Siddharthan, M.D., a colorectal surgeon with Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery, discusses risk factors for colorectal cancer during an appearance on WAMC’s Medical Monday.

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LiveSmart: Screening, Detection Crucial for Best Outcomes When Treating Colorectal Cancer

March 17, 2022 Robert Webster Jr.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and a good time to learn more about colorectal cancer and how it can be prevented or best treated.

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WTEN: Colorectal Cancer Screenings Save Lives

March 3, 2022 Courtney Weisberg

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Joseph Choma, M.D., Albany Gastroenterology Consultants and Chief of Gastroenterology at St. Peter’s Hospital, talks to WTEN about the importance of getting screened.

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LiveSmart: Screening and Early Detection Key to Treating Colorectal Cancer

March 11, 2021 Robert Webster Jr.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and a good time to learn more about colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon and rectum) and how it can be prevented or best treated.

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WTEN: Women’s Health — Colorectal Cancer

March 11, 2021 Courtney Weisberg

Jill Genua, M.D., of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, appeared on WTEN to discuss the importance of regular colorectal cancer screenings.

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