Fat Gene Linked to Colon Cancer (CBS News)

Colon Cancer Link To Obesity Uncovered (Science Daily)
It has already been proven that obesity is influenced by genetics, and colon cancer is influenced by genetics. A new study makes a three-way scientific connection between genetic variation, obesity and colon cancer risk.

Study finds link between genes, obesity and colon cancer (AFP via Yahoo! News)
The discovery of a genetic link between obesity and colon cancer may pave the way for more effective screening tests for the disease, according to a study published Tuesday.

Breakthrough optical technology to assess colon cancer risk, accuracy (PhysOrg)
Researchers at NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) and Northwestern University have discovered that fiber optic technology can for the very first time effectively measure blood levels in the colonic lining (mucosa) in humans, thus having potential applications for analyzing risk of colon cancer.

Gene Variation May Help Identify Risk For Colon Cancer (NY1 News)
Researchers have uncovered new information that may help determine how likely you are to develop colon cancer. As NY1 Health & Fitness reporter Kafi Drexel explains in the following report, the risk may depend on if you have a variation of a certain gene.

Fat Gene Linked to Colon Cancer (CBS News)
A gene that codes for a hormone made by fat cells affects colon cancer risk. A common variant of the gene cuts colon cancer risk by 27%.

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