Each year, March marks National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, shining a much needed spotlight on a disease that impacts 1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women during their lifetime. Why is this month important? Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, but the good news is that it is highly preventable with regular screenings. When detected early, colorectal cancer is often treatable and sometimes even avoidable. Who should get screened? • Adults 45 and older, even if you have no symptoms. • Anyone with a family history of colorectal cancer. • People experiencing symptoms like persistent changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, or unexplained weight loss. What are your screening options? There are multiple ways to screen for colorectal cancer, including: • Colonoscopy (the gold standard for detection and prevention) • Stool-based tests (non-invasive options you can do at home) Prevention starts with […]
Thank you to Total Balance in Vinton for welcoming Family Physicians to speak about our Weight Loss Injections. We’re excited to support patients who are ready to begin this new journey. We find ourselves stepping into a brand new journey, one filled with hope, uncertainty, and excitement. As the seasons begin to shift, so does our path, and we are ready to embrace the opportunities ahead. There’s something refreshing about this month, a reminder that growth comes from movement, even when the destination isn’t fully clear. With each step, we are choosing courage over comfort, curiosity over fear, and trusting that this new chapter will unfold exactly as it’s meant to. Here’s to marching into March with an open heart and an eager spirit.