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Bacteria subtype linked to growth in up to 50% of human colorectal cancers, Fred Hutch researchers report

Bacteria subtype linked to growth in up to 50% of human colorectal cancers, Fred Hutch researchers report

A study published in Nature suggests that a subtype of Fusobacterium nucleatum underlies colorectal cancer growth in humans and could be useful in screening and treatments
News ReleasesMarch 20, 2024
Predicting colorectal cancer risk in a community-based cohort

Predicting colorectal cancer risk in a community-based cohort

From the Hsu Group, Public Health Sciences Division at Fred Hutch, and Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute
Science SpotlightApril 17, 2023
Homing in on inherited colorectal cancer risk

Homing in on inherited colorectal cancer risk

Hutch-led international collaboration finds 100 new genetic risk variants, setting the stage for better prevention for all
Hutch NewsDecember 20, 2022
Rolling out a rideshare-based pilot program for colonoscopy screening patients

Rolling out a rideshare-based pilot program for colonoscopy screening patients

From the Dr. Rachel Issaka and Dr. Scott D. Ramsey Labs, Cancer Epidemiology, Prevention & Control Program, Cancer Consortium.
Science SpotlightJune 20, 2022
Aspirin and its cousins linked to longer survival after colorectal cancer

Aspirin and its cousins linked to longer survival after colorectal cancer

Large study of preventive drugs for colorectal cancer survivors finds link to decreased mortality — but only for those with certain tumor genetics
Hutch NewsJune 15, 2017