Tri-City Colonoscopy Clinic
50 Sportsworld Crossing Rd Suite 200 N2P0A4 Kitchener, ON, Canada

Colorectal cancer screening saves lives! Speak with your doctor about screening today if you are over the age of 50, have a family history of colon cancer, or are experiencing any symptoms that you are concerned about. #colorectalcancer #coloncancerawareness

A little more than a month has passed since we began operating under this new normal. We have implemented new policies and procedures that focus on keeping our valuable patients and our staff healthy and safe, while still meeting our high standards in providing effective, efficient, and quality care. As per Public Health guidelines, we are required to follow up with every patient after their procedure to determine if COVID-19 symptoms have developed since being seen at Tri-...City Colonoscopy Clinic. If you have had a procedure at the clinic, you can expect a call from us two weeks after your procedure. We will be asking you if you have developed any symptoms such as a cough, fever, runny nose, difficulty breathing, or any other new symptoms that may be suggestive of COVID-19. If you are showing symptoms, we will ask you to get tested at any testing facility and to notify us of the results; in this way we can ensure that appropriate steps are taken to provide the necessary follow up for all our patients and staff members if required. We appreciate your continued patience, understanding, and cooperation!

Due to further developments with the COVID-19 pandemic, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) has mandated that all non-essential service clinics be closed. As such, Tri-City Colonoscopy Clinic will be closed until further notice. The situation will be reassessed on an ongoing basis and updates with be provided as appropriate. If your appointment is one that is affected by this closure, rest assured that we will make every effort to contact you and speak wi...th you in person. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us via email at [email protected] or message us through Facebook. You can also reach out by phone at 519-650-2777; though your call may not be answered, messages will be checked daily. If you feel that your problem is of an urgent nature, please reach out to your family physician for further direction. Thank you for your continued understanding as we work through this together.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients as well as our staff, the decision has been made to temporarily suspend operations at the clinic. Effective Monday, March 23, 2020, the clinic will be closed; the situation will be reassessed on a weekly basis. If your appointment is one that is affected by this closure, we will be making every reasonable effort to contact you in a timely manner. We appreciate your continued patience and understanding. https://www.tcc-clinic.com/covid-19-information

To our valued patients: We at Tri-City Colonoscopy Clinic are committed to the health and safety of our patients and staff. This remains our highest priority. We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely as it evolves. ... If you are returning from international travel, please monitor yourself for symptoms of COVID-19. These symptoms include, but are not limited to, fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, and may develop up to 14 days after exposure. If you should develop any of these symptoms, please stay home and call the clinic to cancel your appointment. This is to avoid contact with others and help reduce the spread. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time. For more information, please contact Public Health at 519-575-4400.

#colorectalcancerawareness #coloncancer #preventcoloncancer

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! - Colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer in Canada, and 28,600 Canadians will be diagnosed every year - Colorectal cancer is most often diagnosed in people above the age of 50, but incidence in younger people is rising - Almost half of the people diagnosed with colorectal cancer have no symptoms at diagnosis... - Colorectal cancer is largely preventable by maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle Today on March 6th, we are wearing blue to show support to those touched by colorectal cancer, and to raise awareness of this preventable, treatable, and beatable disease! #dressinblueday #coloncancerawareness Source: Colorectal Cancer Canada

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! #colorectalcancerawareness #coloncancer #preventcoloncancer

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! - Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in Canada... - Many people are asymptomatic when diagnosed with colorectal cancer - The risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with age; 91% of cases are diagnosed in individuals over the age of 50 - Early warning signs can include anemia; rectal bleeding; involuntary weight loss; change in bowel habits; and abdominal pain, gas, and bloating - Current guidelines in Canada recommend that screening for colorectal cancer begin at age 50 - Colorectal cancer is largely preventable by maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle - With appropriate screening and testing, colorectal cancer is preventable and treatable Today on March 1st, we are wearing blue to show support to those touched by colorectal cancer, and to raise awareness of this preventable, treatable, and beatable disease! #dressinblueday #coloncancerawareness Sources: Canadian Association of Gastroenterology American Cancer Society Colon Cancer Coalition Colorectal Cancer Canada

IBD and IBS: What's the difference?

https://www.theglobeandmail.com//article-new-national-gui/

Excessive gas and bloating can sometimes indicate an underlying health problem, but often these symptoms can be a result of certain foods. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323466.php

https://www.ctvnews.ca//young-adults-not-immune-to-colon-c

Ultra-processed foods may be associated with an increased risk for irritable bowel syndrome https://www.tcc-clinic.com//ed/IBS-and-processed-foods.pdf