FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — For the last several years, health care professionals have started to recommend that both men and women at the age of 45 receive a routine colorectal cancer screening. A procedure that will check a person’s colon for any risks of colon cancer and other risks. “Right now, colorectal cancer is on the rise in young patients,…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A local non-profit focused on rectal cancer awareness held their biggest annual event this Saturday. Love Your Buns hosted the annual Battle of the Buns at Living Waters Lutheran Church in Fargo. The event has two competition aspects: a traditional “battle of the bands” setup, and local bakers showing off their tastiest treats to try and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – While there were many kinds of cakes and pies available for consumption, the 4th annual Battle of the Buns also featured some rockin’ competition. “First year we had just the battle of the bands, second and third years we had baking competitions,” explained Jarod DCamp, executive director of Love Your Buns. “So, bringing it all together,…
FARGO (KVRR) – It is Colon Cancer Awareness month and medical providers want to remind people over 45 that it is important to get yourself checked. But there are other ways to have that done outside of a colonoscopy. “Convenience at doing it in your home allows us to reach more people successfully with the screening. The more people we…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Sanford Health in Fargo is now offering the first FDA-cleared artificial intelligence-assisted colonoscopies to people in the region. The Medtronic GI Genius uses A.I. to help physicians detect pre-cancerous polyps which can lead to colorectal cancer. “The technology is just going to continue to advance. Even GI Genius, they’re talking about another update within the next…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will temporarily transfer power to Lt. Gov Peggy Flanagan on Monday while he’s under general anesthesia for a colonoscopy, his office said Sunday. The 58-year-old governor sent a letter Sunday to House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Senate President Bobby Joe Champion informing them of his plan, as per state law. The…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A local woman and non-profit co-founder who KVRR featured in a fundraising story back in July has died from stage four cancer. A visitation and memorial service for 38-year-old Sara Dcamp of West Fargo are planned for Thursday morning at First Lutheran Church in Fargo. Dcamp had early onset colon cancer. It led her and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Strength and determination are two words that best describes the journey Amanda Houston and her mother overcame. “Very up and down emotions,” said Houston. At age 34 Amanda received the news every person regrets hearing. “I had been experiencing some symptoms for a while and went in to receive a colonoscopy and they did find that…
FARGO, N.D. – In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Real Men Wear Pink of Fargo-Moorhead is teaming up with a local artist to raise awareness. Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancers there is according to the American Cancer Society. Yet, misconceptions surrounding the disease still follow. Especially when it comes to the role…
FARGO, N.D. — One group is continuing their tradition of giving back to honor their late friend. Team chip has come together every year since 2011 to host a benefit for Maynard “Chip” Johnson who was battling colon cancer. Lend A Hand Up helped them host their first successful event. They raise funds each year at their Bowlin’ for a…
