no. 141 - The Colon Cancer Screenings Episode

Thanks for reading Regan | This Unmillennial Life! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.🎙️ Colon Cancer Screenings: What You Need to Know with Dr. ShahColon cancer screenings can be life-saving, but there’s often confusion about which test to choose and when to get screened. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shah, a board-certified gastroenterologist in New Jersey, to break down everything you need to know about screening options, risk factors, and what to expect from a colonoscopy.🩺 What We Cover:✅ The pros and cons of Cologuard vs. a traditional colonoscopy✅ What to expect before, during, and after a colonoscopy✅ Who is most at risk for colon cancer and when to start screening✅ The role of GI conditions (like IBD, polyps, and family history) in cancer risk✅ How genetics factor into colon healthWhether you’re approaching the *updated* recommended screening age of 45 or just want to be proactive about your health, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you make informed decisions.🎧 Listen now and be sure to share this with anyone who needs a little nudge to schedule their screening!To learn more about Dr. Shah or connect with her practice, visit https://monmouthgastro.com/physicians/shefali-shah-md/.Thanks for reading Regan | This Unmillennial Life! This post is public so feel free to share it.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* The Breast Cancer Genetics EpisodeCOMMERCIAL LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Your Color Guru - use code REGAN for 10% discount at checkout* My Amazon* Storefront (Fave Supplements)* the vitamin D I take* the vitamin K I take* the vitamin D w/K combo I recommend if you prefer 1 pill➡️ Have questions or thoughts? Drop a comment below!EPISODE KEYWORDSpodcast, umillennial, Gen X, podcasts for women, women over 40, women over 50*Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means I may receive a small commission when you purchase through my affiliate links, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my work! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit reganjonesrd.substack.com