Frank Frizelle
Frank Frizelle is a colorectal surgeon from New Zealand who has recently advocated for further investigation into the potential role of microplastics in the development of intestinal cancer, suggesting that these materials may harm the protective mucosal layer of the colon.
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Professor of colorectal surgery Frank Frizelle states that the association between nitrate and health issues is loose.
Nitrate in drinking water: Separating science from stories - Dr Jacqueline Rowarth
New Zealand· 2025-09-15
Professor Frank Frizelle has found four cancers rising in young adults in New Zealand and has spent the past 25 years researching sporadic colorectal cancer.
Cancer rising: Investigating the deadly increase in cancers in younger peopleNew Zealand· 2025-04-28
University of Otago Professor of Colorectal Surgery Frank Frizelle told The Front Page about research that has found there’s been a significant increase in colorectal cancer diagnoses among people under 50 in New Zealand.
Government criticised for ‘pathetic’ bowel cancer screening response - The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-03-17
Frank Frizelle, a professor of colorectal surgery, discusses the risks associated with processed meats and bowel cancer.
Bowel cancer survivor Lucie Morriss-Marr raises processed meat concerns in new bookNew Zealand· 2025-02-26
Frank Frizelle called for research into the role of microplastics in bowel cancer.
Por qué están aumentando los casos de cáncer entre los menores de 50 años | Salud | La Revista
Ecuador· 2025-02-25
Frank Frizelle called for research into the role of microplastics in bowel cancer.
Por qué están aumentando los casos de cáncer entre los menores de 50 años
Nicaragua· 2025-02-25Frank Frizelle called for research into the role of microplastics in bowel cancer.
Por qué están aumentando los casos de cáncer entre los menores de 50 años
Uruguay· 2025-02-25