<div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4XvZmo_0uhlzHSJ00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4XvZmo_0uhlzHSJ00" width="1200" height="630" ><p>The FDA has approved a new blood test that could change the way we detect colon cancer, which is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in U.S. adults. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.</p><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate></div>

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Two different stool tests for colorectal cancer screening, Cologuard and ColoSense, proved superior to the widely used fecal immunochemical test (FIT), according to study results presented at the American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society recommend that people at...

New Tests May Beat FIT for Detecting Colon Cancer

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A new blood test to screen for colon cancer was approved Monday by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), aimed at finding cancer when it’s still in the early stage and treatable.  The blood test, known as Shield and manufactured by Guardant Health, has been on the market since 2022 but was not widely covered by…

FDA approves new blood test for colorectal cancer screening

It’s been Prince Harry and Meghan Markle vs. the world over the past few years, as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex dared to break centuries of tradition back in 2020 when they parted ways from Royal life to relocate to the U.S. Since then, they’ve only ruffled more feathers by leaning hard into their celebrity status, as seen in their epic Oprah Winfrey interview and their Netflix docuseries.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to go their own ways this summer as their partnership is said to be ‘officially kaput’

Diverticulitis and colon cancer share some similar symptoms, risk factors, and diagnostic tests. Research suggests there may be a link between the two conditions, and having diverticulitis may increase the risk of colon cancer. Diverticulitis and colon cancer both involve the colon, which forms part of the large intestine. Colon...

Is there a connection between diverticulitis and colon cancer?

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Some people are overdosing from certain products marketed for weight loss, federal health officials are warning.The FDA has received reports of dosing errors involving compounded semaglutide injectable products dispensed in multiple-dose vials, resulting in patients seeking medical attention or requiring hospitalization, the agency stated. Dosing errors came as a result of people measuring and self-administering incorrect amounts, and health care providers miscalculating doses of the cheaper, compounded versions of weight-loss drugs like Wegovy, the agency said Friday in an alert. Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fainting, headache, migraine, dehydration, acute pancreatitis and gallstones, according to the FDA.A majority of the...

People are overdosing on weight-loss injections, FDA warns

A landmark study revealed that women with severe endometriosis are ten times more likely to get ovarian cancer, compared to women who do not suffer from the disease. The study was conducted by researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.

Are Women With Severe Endometriosis More Likely To Get Cancer ?

Although colorectal cancer may not be entirely preventable, a person can take certain steps to reduce their risk of developing it. These include screenings, avoiding cigarettes and alcohol, and more. Colorectal cancer is a form of cancer that begins in a person’s colon or rectum. The colon is also...

Is it possible to prevent colorectal cancer?

Saint Louis, MO

Christopher Dunn has been in prison for 33 years for murder. Last week, a St. Louis judge overturned his conviction and ordered his release. However, the Missouri attorney general filed a notice of appeal with the state Supreme Court and told the prison to keep Dunn in jail while the legal battle plays out.

Wrongfully convicted man stuck in prison despite judge's efforts to free him

Vice President and presumptive Democratic nominee for president Kamala Harris must choose her running mate by August 7. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has more on who's still in the running for the Harris "veepstakes."

Deadline approaching for Kamala Harris to pick running mate

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Atlanta, Georgia, to rally voters in the battleground state Tuesday. Rapper Megan Thee Stallion will join Harris. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

Megan Thee Stallion joining Harris at Atlanta rally

Amazon distributed hundreds of thousands of hazardous products sold by third-parties through the e-commerce giant's platform, and is responsible for recalling them, a federal agency has ruled.The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Tuesday issued a decision and order against Amazon, determining the retailer was a "distributor" of products that are defective or fail to meet federal safety standards. The company, which rang up $574.8 billion in revenue in 2023, is legally responsible for the recall of more than 400,000 products, including faulty carbon monoxide detectors, hairdryers without electrocution protection and kids' sleepwear that violates federal flammability standards, the agency said...

Amazon responsible for recalling risky products on its site, feds say

Fairfield, CA

FAIRFIELD – A Fairfield man has now been convicted in the 2023 murder of his girlfriend Erica Brown. The Fairfield Police Department said Brown was last seen on Aug. 20, 2023 at her Fairfield home. Her boyfriend, Mark Randle, was soon named as a person of interest in her disappearance.

Boyfriend of missing Fairfield woman believed to be dead convicted of murder

A third child has died from Monday's stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in northwest England. Police have arrested a 17-year-old suspect, but are still working to determine a motive. They are not treating the incident as terror-related. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more.

Third child dies after UK stabbing attack at Taylor Swift-themed dance class

In the last 6 months prior to PDAC diagnosis, visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissue decreased by 12.9% and 14.7%, respectively. LDL, total cholesterol and triglycerides also decreased before diagnosis. In the 36 months prior to diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, researchers observed “predominant changes” in patients’ body composition and biochemical...

Body fat, metabolic changes before pancreatic cancer diagnosis may aid in early detection

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  Whether you're relaxing on the lake, grilling with the family or going to a pool party, you likely want to bring a cooler to keep your drinks and snacks nice and cold this summer. To help you choose the right cooler for your summer festivities, we rounded up the best coolers of 2024. Our top picks come in a variety of sizes, colors and designs, and work with budgets...

Best coolers for summer 2024

Olympian Ilona Maher, known for her broad shoulders and powerful physique, has become a sensation both on and off the rugby field. Her authentic attitude has made her a standout in rugby and a TikTok star. Standing at 5-foot-10 and weighing 200 pounds of muscle, Maher is a formidable presence on the field. She loves tackling and pushing her physical limits, a passion that began in her senior year of high school in Burlington, Vermont when she first tried rugby. "It just kind of felt like it my body, the way that I was able to be physical and to be praised...

Olympian Ilona Maher is breaking stereotypes about what it means to be feminine

Illinois State

Springfield, IL

Springfield, Illinois, residents demanded accountability from local leadership Monday, weeks after Sangamon County sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson shot and killed Sonya Massey in her home. CBS News has since learned Grayson, who had worked for six police departments since 2020, had a history of disciplinary issues.

Illinois community demands accountability from leaders in Sonya Massey's death

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  The U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) is ready to take on the world at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The USWNT has won a remarkable four gold medals since women's soccer became an official Olympic sport at the Atlanta Games in 1996.With young stars like Trinity Rodman and Mallory Swanson on the roster, the team is energized and hoping to bring home another gold. Keep reading below...

How to watch U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) Olympic soccer

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

Detroit, MI

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Detroit Water and Sewage Department announced a new EasyPay program called at Mayor Mike Duggan's charter-mandated community meeting on Monday.The payment arrangement replaces the 10/30/50 Plan and follows the similar innovative thinking that launched the income-based water affordability program called the Lifeline Plan. EasyPay was made for any water, sewer and/or drainage customer to enroll, no matter their income and whether they are a resident, nonprofit, faith-based institution or business according to city officials. The city also announced on Monday night that it will resume shut-offs to customers who have delinquent accounts in order to get the over $200 million owed from...

Detroit launches new payment program to help people pay overdue water bills

The FDA has approved a new blood test that could change the way we detect colon cancer, which is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in U.S. adults. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.

FDA approves new blood test to detect colon cancer

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