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"Only by GIVING are you able to receive MORE than you already have" - Jim Rohn

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⚠️ chronic lower abdomen (tummy) pain, bloating, or discomfort – which is always brought on by eating and can be linked to a loss of appetite or considerable unintended weight loss.

(From https://t.co/X49KW9dwTt)

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Colorectal cancer refers to cancer of the colon or rectum, and it is more common in men than in women. According to a study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology in 2015, women have a higher risk of acquiring right-sided colon cancer (the more aggressive variety).

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The following are the three main symptoms of bowel cancer:

⚠️ blood in your poop - this might happen for no apparent reason or be linked to a change in bowel habits.

⚠️ a long-term change in your bowel habits, such as having to poop more frequently & your poop becoming runnier.

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This week is #AlcoholAwarenessWeek - #DYK drinking alcohol can increase the risk of at least 7 different cancer types?

In our recent study, we found that drinking #alcohol caused over 740,000 cases of #cancer globally in 2020. Check out the study here:
https://t.co/QhNQBD7JSj

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Researchers found that people who ate at least one apple a day were a third less likely to get colon cancer than those who did not. The fruit's fiber & flavonoids may help protect the lining of the intestines & keep the cells healthy. (From WebMd)

https://t.co/fOVFj5YCPT

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Published in British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2016, a meta-analysis of 126 studies, individuals who engaged in the highest level of physical activity had a 19% lower risk of colon cancer than those who were the least physically active.

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Our colon is home to countless microbes called microbes or gut flora. Most of these microorganisms are bacteria. The role of microorganisms has led to the use of probiotics as supplements and food additives to improve the health of the digestive system and immune function.

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Selamat Menyambut Hari Kemerdekaan Malaysia yang ke-64.

Marilah sama-sama kita berganding bahu menyemarakkan ikatan perpaduan sesama kita. Semoga Negara sentiasa dalam lindungan rahmatNya dan aman sejahtera.

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Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020. The most common causes of cancer death in 2020 were:

lung (1.80 million deaths);
colon and rectum (935 000 deaths);
liver (830 000 deaths);

(Source: WHO)

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Salam Jumaat.

Semoga urusan anda semua dipermudahkan.

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See our immune system fighting colon cancer cell under 🔬
(From Nanolive)

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To those out there that trying to make ends meet during this pandemic, " You're a champion, stay safe, stay healthy, stay well".

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YES! Polyp-related colorectal cancer can be prevented. The disease develops from benign polyps (mushroom-like growths on the lining of the colon and rectum). Removing these polyps before they become cancerous may prevent cancer from developing.

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Regular physical activity is proven to help prevent & manage noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and several cancers. It also helps prevent hypertension, maintain healthy body weight and can improve mental health, quality of life and well-being. (WHO)