Fibre and whole grains 'reduce bowel cancer risk'

Eating more cereals and whole grains could reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer, a BMJ study says. Researchers from Imperial College London found that for every 10g a day increase in fibre intake, there was a 10% drop in the risk of bowel cancer.

Canola oil protects against colon cancer, study suggests

A new study of canola oil finds that it reduces the size and incidence of colon tumors in laboratory animals, a South Dakota State University scientist says. The research suggests using canola oil in household cooking may protect against colon cancer development.

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Domingo returns after cancer, singing privately

Placido Domingo says he is still recovering following surgery to remove a cancerous polyp from his colon, but he has returned to work and resumed singing in private — and plans to be back on stage in a couple weeks.

Placido Domingo has surgery for colon cancer;

Placido Domingo has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous polyp from his colon and is expected to make a full recovery.