mad beatz w/ aaron and brett

Stand-Up Comedy Routine at Goonies Comedy Club Rochester, Mn

George Anderson suspected something was wrong after he experienced persistent abdominal discomfort. A colonoscopy revealed he had stage IIIB rectal cancer and needed surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Overlake’s cancer team devised a treatment plan specific to George’s condition and today he is cancer free.

My concern built up after receiving a few comments stating I should be understanding of the suffering experienced by people with Ulcerative Colitis. I felt that, somehow, there were YouTube viewers who believed I did not understand their situation. I rushed through this video (again, unscripted and unrehearsed, only filming less than 30 seconds beforehand as a test… this would be my only previous “take”). This “Part 1″ video sets the scene, explaining my bowel history from my early-to-mid-teens, through university, up to that day in February 2003 when, as I put it, “the bottom fell out”. It stops about the point where I began taking corticosteroids. My first encounter with Apo-Prednizone was an extreme eye-opener, first amazingly good, to the point that I wanted to stay on it forever. With what I know now and how far I’ve come, I thank the Power(s) that be I didn’t. (My apologies if anyone takes offense to my occasional bluntness with word choice instead of using clinical terminology, or my display of a George Harrison-like, at times dark, sense of humour. Maybe it’s partially because I’ve previously earned a living as a comedic actor, but I find humour helps me deal with situations like these… I had a surgeon and his nurse in stitches while having my first and only biopses during a colonoscopy. I only wish I hadn’t blacked out, as I’d love to remember what I said. I remember very little, and only remember thinking it though apparently I must have said it… but won’t …

Personal accounts of colon cancer, with particular focus on the Alaska Native community

Colon and Rectal Surgeon & Event Chair, Dr. Kelly Finan along with Gastroenterologist Dr. Neelima Reddy chat with Get Your Rear in Gear founder Kristin Tabor about the importance of getting screened for early detection against colon cancer. Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the US despite being one of the most preventable, according to the American Cancer Society. Through an anti-cancer diet, fitness, and regular screenings, you can help prevent the chance of getting it. Did You Know: o Colonoscopies can find polyps up to 10 years before they become cancerous and are often easily removable during the procedure. 90% of all colon cancers found early are 90% treatable and beatable! (Most insurance covers free colonoscopies for anyone over 50, or under 50 if you have a family history.) o The World Health Organization stresses regular exercise to help prevent cancer. o There are foods and vegetables that pack an extra anti-cancer wollop? Check out Dr. Oz’s Anti-Cancer Grocery List and tuck it in your wallet for the next time you’re at the store. www.doctoroz.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ABOUT GET YOUR REAR IN GEAR Get Your Rear in Gear is North America’s largest 5K race series raising money and awareness for colon cancer prevention. We’re grassroots providing a network of support and survivors around the country. 75% of money raised at each …

Fly fishing in the Orient with Andrew Pakula

This video presents 10 health tips for men age 65 and older. The recommendations are based on expert opinion presented in UpToDate online v18.3. This video was produced by Dr. Nicholas Cohen, MD. The content of this video is not intended nor recommended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your own physician or other qualified health care professional regarding any medical questions or conditions.

part 3 of living with Diverticulitis

Craig’s Show and Tell: Live colonoscopy, chameleons & their tongues…*points*