<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Don't Wait Westchester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early Action, Empowering Lives]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:25:11 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[El Programa de Servicios Oncológicos]]></title><description><![CDATA[El Programa de Servicios Oncológicos [Para verlo en español, haz clic derecho en la página y selecciona la opción “Traducir”] ofrece pruebas de detección de cáncer sin costo para las personas que: Viven en el estado de Nueva York No tienen seguro médico Tienen un seguro médico con costos compartidos que pueden impedirles acceder a servicios de detección o diagnóstico Cumplen con los requisitos de ingresos Cumplen con los requisitos de edad Para el cáncer colorrectal específicamente, las...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/post/hitch-cancer-services-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a515dfb88bec76476f3d737</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:05:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_56761e714a6c4064bccdc6e9d61571ef~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_913,h_589,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Factores de Riesgo del Cáncer de Colon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Para la mayoría de las personas, se recomienda realizar pruebas de detección de cáncer colorrectal después de los 45 años. Sin embargo, si presenta síntomas o tiene ciertos factores de riesgo, su médico puede recomendarle realizarse pruebas antes. [Haz clic aquí para saber más] ​ Estos factores de riesgo incluyen: Enfermedades inflamatorias intestinales Enfermedad de Crohn's [español] Colitis Ulcerosa [español] Genetic Syndromes​ Poliposis adenomatosa hereditaria [español] Síndrome de Lynch...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/post/factores-de-riesgo-del-c%C3%A1ncer-de-colon</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a515be3ff47a34e0e4d0566</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:02:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_3d679016d45e42e6bad78a23afd240c5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_784,h_628,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tipos de pruebas para detectar el cáncer de colon]]></title><description><![CDATA[El Grupo de Trabajo de Servicios Preventivos de EE. UU. recomienda realizar pruebas de detección de cáncer colorrectal entre los 45 y los 75 años. (Las personas mayores de 75 años deben consultar con su médico para determinar si necesitan continuar con las pruebas de detección). Sin embargo, si presenta síntomas o tiene factores de riesgo como: Antecedentes personales o familiares de cáncer colorrectal Enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal como la enfermedad de Crohn. [español] o colitis...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/post/tipos-de-pruebas-para-detectar-el-c%C3%A1ncer-de-colon</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a515a3cc1595fc6e45f036e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:53:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_85db76f282214bbe9315945ad6dfeaad~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_766,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Síntomas del cáncer de colon de aparición temprana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A diferencia de los adultos mayores, muchos adultos jóvenes con cáncer colorrectal presentan síntomas. Sin embargo, debido a su edad, estos síntomas a menudo se diagnostican erróneamente como hemorroides o problemas estomacales [mayo clinic]. Las personas con cáncer colorrectal de aparición temprana con frecuencia reciben un diagnóstico en etapas más avanzadas, lo que puede dificultar el tratamiento. Por eso, es fundamental reconocer los síntomas y defender su salud.   Los síntomas comunes...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/post/s%C3%ADntomas-del-c%C3%A1ncer-de-colon-de-aparici%C3%B3n-temprana</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5159c78a5c29394b101c94</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:46:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_473104a2b5264ea79abb1b046c20e5df~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_994,h_763,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Symptoms of Early Onset Colon Cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unlike older adults, most younger adults experience symptoms of colorectal cancer. But, because of their age, these symptoms are often misdiagnosed as hemorrhoids or stomach ache [mayo clinic]. Patients with early onset colon cancer are often diagnosed at advanced stages, which makes treatment more challenging. So, being able to recognize these symptoms and advocating for yourself is crucial.   Common symptoms include [click here to learn more][español]: Persistent abdominal pain: bloating...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/post/symptoms-of-early-onset-colon-cancer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4e7af01bc3692e46e8dd43</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:29:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_473104a2b5264ea79abb1b046c20e5df~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_994,h_763,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Types of Colon Cancer Testing]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is recommended by the US Preventative Service Task Force to get tested for colon cancer from 45-75 (people older than 75 should talk to their doctor about screening). However, if you are noticing symptoms, or have risk factors such as: Personal or family history of colon cancer Inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's [español]  or Ulcerative Colitis [español] Genetic syndromes such as Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) [español] Lynch Syndrome [español] Then you should talk to your...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/post/types-of-colon-cancer-testing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4e6960377488f33f904177</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:51:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_85db76f282214bbe9315945ad6dfeaad~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_766,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Risk Factors of Colon Cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[For most people it is recommended to get screened for colon cancer after 45. However, if you have symptoms or have certain risk factors, your doctor may say to get tested earlier [click here to learn more about risk factors] ​ These risk factors include:​ Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Crohn's disease​ [español] Ulcerative colitis [español] Genetic Syndromes​ Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) [español] Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch Syndrome) [español] MUTYH-associated...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/post/risk-factors-of-colon-cancer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4e69000697c041862f4e85</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:13:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_3d679016d45e42e6bad78a23afd240c5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_784,h_628,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Programas de Acceso Directo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Muchos hospitales ofrecen programas de acceso directo, que le permiten hacerse la prueba de detección sin tener que consultar primero con un médico de atención primaria. Esto hace que el proceso de detección sea más fácil y eficiente. A continuación, encontrará una lista de hospitales en Westchester que ofrecen este servicio, junto con enlaces a sus sitios web para comenzar. New York Presbyterian: White Plains Westchester Medical Center: Call 914-533-4111]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/es/post/programas-de-acceso-directo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a65286ed1c1c36f9c4acd93</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:22:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_8868e4db2cfb4cb3820d5eae4c5d6e89~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Cancer Services Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cancer Services Program [Para verlo en español, haz clic derecho en la página y selecciona la opción “Traducir”] provides cancer screenings at no cost to people who Live in New York State Do not have health insurance Have health insurance with a cost share that may prevent a person from obtaining screening and/or diagnostic services Meet income eligibility requirements Meet age requirements For colon cancer specifically, people aged 45 and over can get free at home test [FOBT (Fecal...]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/post/hitch-cancer-services</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4fc214da2f3de29911ab1e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:01:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_a43e5593434d45bd8c9638a028919ae0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_535,h_351,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Direct Access Programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many hospitals offer direct access programs, where you can get screened without having to first talk to a primary care doctor. This makes the screening process easier and more time efficient. Below is a list of Westchester hospitals where this is offered, and links to their websites to get started. New York Presbyterian: White Plains Westchester Medical Center: Call 914-533-4111]]></description><link>https://www.dontwaitwestchester.com/post/direct-access-programs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a65267d532301fe59fcd860</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:16:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/329b28_d54cb01a968540d1bd0f038da956d9c2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_667,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Shayla Marshall</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>