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5 Factors Associated with Colon Cancer Risk

According to Medline Plus, there are 5 factors associated with the risk of colon cancer. When cancer becomes disabling, you could be entitled to Social Security disability benefits.

Researchers from Boston analyzed data on more than 87,000 women and 47,000 men. Of them, 1,801 colon cancer cases had been diagnosed. From there they found specific risk factors that could elevate the chance of developing colon cancer.

The 5 risk factors found to be associated with an increased risk of colon cancer include the following: 

• family history of colon cancer;
• consumption of alcoholic drinks on a daily basis (2.5 drinks);
• high consumption of red meat;
• smoking; and
• lacking in vegetables and grains.

Other lifestyle factors can also contribute to colon cancer and the more risk factors that are present, the higher the chance. Despite this recent study, researchers are not sure what the cause-and-effect is.

When cancer leads to an inability to work and function on a daily basis, you may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits, which can offset lost income. To learn what your rights are and to receive help with your claim, seek assistance from a Hallandale Social Security disability attorney.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you’re ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what’s most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.