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Talking to Children about War and Conflict

Margaret R. Paccione-Dyszlewski, PhD
January 5, 2024

Many of us have difficulty processing and explaining war or conflict, at home and abroad—especially to children. As parents and caregivers, we want to support our children and be honest with them while navigating difficult...

Colorectal cancer risk factors

Colon Cancer Risk Factors: Things We Can Control

Gastroenterology
January 4, 2024

Colorectal cancer is a cancer of the colon or rectum, which is also known as your large intestine. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be 106,590 new cases of colon cancer and 46,220 new cases of rectal...

It's a Spring Thing! Healthy Tips for the New Season

Brown University Health Blog Team
March 13, 2023

To say New Englanders are ready for spring is an understatement. No matter what the winter is like, the first day of spring is always a welcome occasion. Many may find this season to be a motivator for change, as the sunshine...

I Am Not Afraid of a Colonoscopy. I’m Afraid of the Prep!

Matthew D. Vrees, MD
March 10, 2026

Colon cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States and is a preventable disease. There has also been a dramatic increase in the number of patients under the age of 50 presenting with...

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