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    Bobby Womack Is Cancer Free!

    Bobby Womack in concert holding a microphoneR&B legend Bobby Womack, who was diagnosed with the early stages of colon cancer in March, was given a clean bill of health after undergoing surgery Wednesday to have the mass removed, according to NewsOne.

    Womack, whose singing career has spanned more than 50 years with a repertoire that includes hits such as “Across 110th Street,” “Lookin’ for A Love” and “Harry Hippie,” has had his share of health problems over recent years.

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    Blacks & Colon Cancer

    African American men have less than a 5-year survival rate for colon cancer, as compared to non-Hispanic white men, and should therefore be screened for the disease at 40 (10 years earlier than their White counterparts).

    To lower your colon cancer risks:

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    The Top Healthiest Foods…EVER [PHOTOS]
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