What’s behind the global increase in bowel disorders
1 October - 9 mins
Podcast Series
The Claire Byrne Show
In Ireland, colorectal cancer in under-50s has almost doubled over the last 25 years. In the US, it has become the leading cause of cancer death in men aged between 20 to 49, and the second-leading cause in women in that age group.
What’s behind the global increase in bowel disorders? To discuss with Claire was Consultant gastro-enterologist at Beaumont Hospital, Professor Karen Boland.