Silent Killers- Understanding Colorectal Cancer with Dr. Patrice Ajayi- Fox

Did you know that there are certain diseases that are detrimental in the black and brown community? We’re shining a light on these silent killers and why every woman needs to be aware of them.This week we’re talking with Dr. Patricia Ajayi-Fox about colorectal cancer and its effects in the black and brown community.About Dr. Patricia Ajayi-FoxDr. Ajayi-Fox is a general gastroenterologist with an interest in addressing health disparities and improving Colorectal Cancer Screening. She is also interested in global health and improving access to subspecialty care in global and underserved regions.Listen and learn:1. What colorectal cancer is and why it should matter to us2. Why colorectal cancer is affecting the black and brown community at such a high rate3. Triggers that heighten the risk of having colorectal cancer4. How a colonoscopy can help to save your lifeSpecial thanks to Healthy Women for bringing this topic to the forefront. For more information visit healthy women.org—————————Listen to The Great Girlfriends Show - HERE Shoot an email over or drop a DM directly to Sybil ON IG @sybil_amutiFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS INSTAGRAM: @thegreatgirlfriendsFollow now 👉🏽 THE GREAT GIRLFRIENDS FB COMMUNITYIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Sybil as a guest on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to [email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/new-day-with-sybil-amuti--5408422/support.New Day with Sybil Amuti is brought to you by The Great Girlfriends - A media company dedicated to empowering women in community.Got a show idea? Want Sybil as a guest on your show? Want to advertise your business with us? Want to share episode feedback? Want to ask a question that's featured on the show? Email us - [email protected] sure to follow us on Instagram: @sybil_amuti | @newdaywithsybilamutiJoin The Great Girlfriends Facebook Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGreatGirlfriends