According to the American Cancer Society, esophageal cancer makes up approximately 1 percent of all cancers diagnosed in the United States annually. As with most cancers, early detection of esophageal cancer is critical and the stage at which diagnosis occurs significantly impacts a patient’s chance of survival.

The importance of screening for colorectal cancer has become even more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic. National preventative colorectal cancer screening rates decreased significantly compared to before COVID. While there is still much work to be done, there is hope. With increased colorectal screening and state of the art treatment, we can detect cancer at earlier and curable stages, helping patients lead longer and healthier lives.

It’s not uncommon to experience reflux or heart burn every so often. But when it happens on a regular basis,