FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COLON CANCER Patient Advocate Foundation or call 1.800.532.5274 (scholarships, co-pay assistance, & more) Cancer Support Community (In partnership with Airbnb provides free housing for patients and caregivers if they meet certain geographic and income criteria. Call the CSC WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COLON CANCER Patient Advocate Foundation or call 1.800.532.5274 (scholarships, co-pay assistance, & more) Cancer Support Community (In partnership with Airbnb provides free housing for patients and caregivers if they meet certain geographic and income criteria. Call the CSC WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. COLORECTAL CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY Colorectal cancer chemotherapy treatment is typically administered in cycles that range from 2 to 6 weeks. Your treatment cycle, schedule, and dosage will depend on the exact drug being given. Most patients will go through several cycles of chemotherapy, as long as they respond well to the treatment. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW What You Need to Know What is the vaccine? All three major vaccine producers, Pfizer, Moderna, and Astra-Zeneca, have created vaccines that work by getting your cells to produce the spike protein from coronavirus, effectively allowing our immune systems to create the antibodies necessary to prevent infection. COLON CANCER T-SHIRTS AND MORE Mugs, Patches, and Pins. Fight CRC must-haves- we’ve got trendy mugs, stylish awareness bracelets, cool sunglasses, and iron on patches. An essential accessory is a blue star pin! Shop Merch. STANDING AGAINST RACIAL TARGETING Fight CRC and the Blue Hat Foundation Caution Against Racial Targeting While Increasing Screening Services To Underserved Communities. In a May 4 STAT article, several members of Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Health Equity Committee and founders of the newly formed Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH) raised concerns regarding a study of nurse 2021 AMBASSADOR FEATURE: JOE BULLOCK Joe Bullock is a survivor from Durham, NC. Fight CRC had some questions for him about his experience as Fight CRC Ambassador. COLON POLYPS: ARE THEY CANCEROUS? Adenomatous Polyps (Adenomas) These polyps are a big deal! Approximately two-thirds of colon polyps are adenomas – that means 66 percent of all colon polyps are precancerous! Adenomas are described by growth patterns, or microscopic descriptions a pathologist makes to determine how often you need to return for a

colonoscopy.

FAMILY HISTORY QUIZ

Family History Quiz. This brief questionnaire will help you determine whether you should be further evaluated for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer syndrome, Lynch syndrome, or other hereditary cancers listed below. On average, the quiz takes less than 1 minute to complete. Did You Know: HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KETO DIET AND COLORECTAL CANCER On a keto diet, foods like eggs, cheese, oil, nuts, and bacon (!) are encouraged. This puts your body into a metabolic state where it turns to fat for energy in the form of ketone bodies rather than sugars, in the form of glucose provided by carbohydrates. Michelle Myers, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian at Savor Health says “Take a low ORAL CHEMOTHERAPY: MY EXPERIENCE TAKING THE CHEMO PILL Oral Chemotherapy: My Experience Taking the Chemo Pill. Back in the early 2000s, after 21 months of traditional chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries, my body was struggling with blood counts, nutrition and overall existence. My oncologist and surgeon wanted me on chemo, but Irinotecan was doing me more harm than good. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COLON CANCER Patient Advocate Foundation or call 1.800.532.5274 (scholarships, co-pay assistance, & more) Cancer Support Community (In partnership with Airbnb provides free housing for patients and caregivers if they meet certain geographic and income criteria. Call the CSC WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COLON CANCER Patient Advocate Foundation or call 1.800.532.5274 (scholarships, co-pay assistance, & more) Cancer Support Community (In partnership with Airbnb provides free housing for patients and caregivers if they meet certain geographic and income criteria. Call the CSC WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. COLORECTAL CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY Colorectal cancer chemotherapy treatment is typically administered in cycles that range from 2 to 6 weeks. Your treatment cycle, schedule, and dosage will depend on the exact drug being given. Most patients will go through several cycles of chemotherapy, as long as they respond well to the treatment. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW What You Need to Know What is the vaccine? All three major vaccine producers, Pfizer, Moderna, and Astra-Zeneca, have created vaccines that work by getting your cells to produce the spike protein from coronavirus, effectively allowing our immune systems to create the antibodies necessary to prevent infection. COLON CANCER T-SHIRTS AND MORE Mugs, Patches, and Pins. Fight CRC must-haves- we’ve got trendy mugs, stylish awareness bracelets, cool sunglasses, and iron on patches. An essential accessory is a blue star pin! Shop Merch. STANDING AGAINST RACIAL TARGETING Fight CRC and the Blue Hat Foundation Caution Against Racial Targeting While Increasing Screening Services To Underserved Communities. In a May 4 STAT article, several members of Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Health Equity Committee and founders of the newly formed Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH) raised concerns regarding a study of nurse 2021 AMBASSADOR FEATURE: JOE BULLOCK Joe Bullock is a survivor from Durham, NC. Fight CRC had some questions for him about his experience as Fight CRC Ambassador. COLON POLYPS: ARE THEY CANCEROUS? Adenomatous Polyps (Adenomas) These polyps are a big deal! Approximately two-thirds of colon polyps are adenomas – that means 66 percent of all colon polyps are precancerous! Adenomas are described by growth patterns, or microscopic descriptions a pathologist makes to determine how often you need to return for a

colonoscopy.

FAMILY HISTORY QUIZ

Family History Quiz. This brief questionnaire will help you determine whether you should be further evaluated for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer syndrome, Lynch syndrome, or other hereditary cancers listed below. On average, the quiz takes less than 1 minute to complete. Did You Know: HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

KETO DIET AND COLORECTAL CANCER On a keto diet, foods like eggs, cheese, oil, nuts, and bacon (!) are encouraged. This puts your body into a metabolic state where it turns to fat for energy in the form of ketone bodies rather than sugars, in the form of glucose provided by carbohydrates. Michelle Myers, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian at Savor Health says “Take a low ORAL CHEMOTHERAPY: MY EXPERIENCE TAKING THE CHEMO PILL Oral Chemotherapy: My Experience Taking the Chemo Pill. Back in the early 2000s, after 21 months of traditional chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries, my body was struggling with blood counts, nutrition and overall existence. My oncologist and surgeon wanted me on chemo, but Irinotecan was doing me more harm than good. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. COLON POLYPS: ARE THEY CANCEROUS? Adenomatous Polyps (Adenomas) These polyps are a big deal! Approximately two-thirds of colon polyps are adenomas – that means 66 percent of all colon polyps are precancerous! Adenomas are described by growth patterns, or microscopic descriptions a pathologist makes to determine how often you need to return for a

colonoscopy.

KETO DIET AND COLORECTAL CANCER On a keto diet, foods like eggs, cheese, oil, nuts, and bacon (!) are encouraged. This puts your body into a metabolic state where it turns to fat for energy in the form of ketone bodies rather than sugars, in the form of glucose provided by carbohydrates. Michelle Myers, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian at Savor Health says “Take a low KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. COLON POLYPS: ARE THEY CANCEROUS? Adenomatous Polyps (Adenomas) These polyps are a big deal! Approximately two-thirds of colon polyps are adenomas – that means 66 percent of all colon polyps are precancerous! Adenomas are described by growth patterns, or microscopic descriptions a pathologist makes to determine how often you need to return for a

colonoscopy.

KETO DIET AND COLORECTAL CANCER On a keto diet, foods like eggs, cheese, oil, nuts, and bacon (!) are encouraged. This puts your body into a metabolic state where it turns to fat for energy in the form of ketone bodies rather than sugars, in the form of glucose provided by carbohydrates. Michelle Myers, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian at Savor Health says “Take a low KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. COLORECTAL CANCER TREATMENT BY STAGE Surgery is often the recommended treatment for stage 0 colon cancer. Polypectomy — snaring and removing polyps containing cancer during a colonoscopy. Local excision — removal of flat colon growths “piecemeal” during colonoscopy. Open abdominal surgery — remove cancer, part of colon, and nearby lymph nodes in high risk situations. COLORECTAL CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY Colorectal cancer chemotherapy treatment is typically administered in cycles that range from 2 to 6 weeks. Your treatment cycle, schedule, and dosage will depend on the exact drug being given. Most patients will go through several cycles of chemotherapy, as long as they respond well to the treatment.

CLINICAL TRIALS

Fight CRC Trial Finder. The Fight CRC Trial Finder can help patients with MSS colorectal cancer get a potential list of clinical trials to discuss with their medical teams.rnrnThis project was the brainchild of Dr. Tom Marsilje, a stage IV survivor and scientist, best known on the web as the “currently incurable scientist” or simply “Dr.

Tom.”

JUNE 2021: CRC RESEARCH & RESOURCES Keeping on top of the latest oncology research and treatments can be overwhelming. What does it all mean? Join us and Dr. Scott Kopetz, a highly regarded, top oncologist in the CRC field, as he talks about the latest research advances and treatment PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR COLON CANCER Patient Advocate Foundation or call 1.800.532.5274 (scholarships, co-pay assistance, & more) Cancer Support Community (In partnership with Airbnb provides free housing for patients and caregivers if they meet certain geographic and income criteria. Call the CSC CELEBRITIES FIGHTING COLORECTAL CANCER Charles Kelley of the band Lady Antebellum and his wife Cassie got involved with Fight CRC during the launch of our One Million Strong campaign in 2013. Cassie Kelley’s father, Mike McConnell, bravely battled stage IV colorectal cancer. Mike passed away in Dec. 2013. The Kelley and McConnell families appeared in our 2013 PSAs that kicked

off

COLORECTAL CANCER SIDE EFFECTS: MANAGING & TREATING Fatigue. Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects experienced by cancer patients. There are many reasons for fatigue. Tell your doctor about your fatigue as they may want to check blood tests to evaluate for causes of fatigue. STANDING AGAINST RACIAL TARGETING Fight CRC and the Blue Hat Foundation Caution Against Racial Targeting While Increasing Screening Services To Underserved Communities. In a May 4 STAT article, several members of Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Health Equity Committee and founders of the newly formed Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH) raised concerns regarding a study of nurse 2021 AMBASSADOR FEATURE: JOE BULLOCK Joe Bullock is a survivor from Durham, NC. Fight CRC had some questions for him about his experience as Fight CRC Ambassador. NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY Sunday, June 6 marks the 34th annual observance of National Cancer Survivors Day across the US and abroad. Fight CRC is proud to celebrate survivorship with our community and share in the many moments of joy and loss that you’ve experienced on your journey. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

COLONOSCOPY PREP: 8 EXPERT TIPS FOR THE NIGHT BEFORE If you begin drinking the colonoscopy prep in the evening, bump up the start time a few hours earlier to prevent running to the toilet all night. Each person’s body is different – for some it works right away, and for others it takes several hours. Give yourself plenty KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TO Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

COLONOSCOPY PREP: 8 EXPERT TIPS FOR THE NIGHT BEFORE If you begin drinking the colonoscopy prep in the evening, bump up the start time a few hours earlier to prevent running to the toilet all night. Each person’s body is different – for some it works right away, and for others it takes several hours. Give yourself plenty KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. COLORECTAL CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY Colorectal cancer chemotherapy treatment is typically administered in cycles that range from 2 to 6 weeks. Your treatment cycle, schedule, and dosage will depend on the exact drug being given. Most patients will go through several cycles of chemotherapy, as long as they respond well to the treatment. JUNE 2021: CRC RESEARCH & RESOURCES Keeping on top of the latest oncology research and treatments can be overwhelming. What does it all mean? Join us and Dr. Scott Kopetz, a highly regarded, top oncologist in the CRC field, as he talks about the latest research advances and treatment

OUR RESEARCH

Rebecca L. Siegel, Christopher Dennis Jakubowski, Stacey A. Fedewa, Anjee Davis, and Nilofer S. Azad. (2020). American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW What You Need to Know What is the vaccine? All three major vaccine producers, Pfizer, Moderna, and Astra-Zeneca, have created vaccines that work by getting your cells to produce the spike protein from coronavirus, effectively allowing our immune systems to create the antibodies necessary to prevent infection. IMMUNOTHERAPY FOR COLORECTAL CANCER Immunotherapy for Colorectal Cancer. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that uses certain parts of a person’s immune system to fight diseases such as cancer. The goal of immunotherapy for colorectal cancer is to boost a patient’s immune reaction to the cancer cells, allowing them to COLON CANCER T-SHIRTS AND MORE Mugs, Patches, and Pins. Fight CRC must-haves- we’ve got trendy mugs, stylish awareness bracelets, cool sunglasses, and iron on patches. An essential accessory is a blue star pin! Shop Merch. STANDING AGAINST RACIAL TARGETING Fight CRC and the Blue Hat Foundation Caution Against Racial Targeting While Increasing Screening Services To Underserved Communities. In a May 4 STAT article, several members of Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Health Equity Committee and founders of the newly formed Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH) raised concerns regarding a study of nurse NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY Sunday, June 6 marks the 34th annual observance of National Cancer Survivors Day across the US and abroad. Fight CRC is proud to celebrate survivorship with our community and share in the many moments of joy and loss that you’ve experienced on your journey. COLORECTAL CANCER SIDE EFFECTS: MANAGING & TREATING Fatigue. Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects experienced by cancer patients. There are many reasons for fatigue. Tell your doctor about your fatigue as they may want to check blood tests to evaluate for causes of fatigue. KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TOCOLON CANCER TREATMENT OPTIONSCOLON CANCER TREATMENT SUCCESS RATECOLON CANCER TREATMENTS AND CURESTREATMENTS FOR COLON CANCER Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

COLONOSCOPY PREP: 8 EXPERT TIPS FOR THE NIGHT BEFORE If you begin drinking the colonoscopy prep in the evening, bump up the start time a few hours earlier to prevent running to the toilet all night. Each person’s body is different – for some it works right away, and for others it takes several hours. Give yourself plenty KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. FIGHT COLORECTAL CANCER Fight Colorectal Cancer, or Fight CRC, is a leading advocacy organization of relentless champions of hope in the fight against

colorectal cancer.

COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOR COLON CANCER Complementary and alternative medicine for colon cancer, also called CAM, involves non-traditional approaches to medicine that help manage a patient’s care. This field of medicine includes complementary medicine, integrative medicine and alternative medicine. Approximately one-third of all cancer patients participate in CAM or integrative WHAT TO EAT WITH COLON CANCER After surgery, you will be on a “low residue” diet. This is a diet low in fiber. It will minimize the amount of work for your colon and rectum. Think “white bread and white rice, not whole grain bread and brown rice,” and avoid foods like raw vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grain products, beans, and fried meats. COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW If we are ever infected in the future, memory cells will recognize and fight the virus. Vector vaccines contain a weakened version of a live virus—a different virus than the one that causes COVID-19—that has genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 inserted in it (this is called a viral vector). Once the viral vector is inside COLONOSCOPY PREP TIMELINE Drink clear liquids often—water, coconut water, electrolyte drinks. Follow the plan. Your prep will come with instructions from your doctor. Follow the directions exactly so you can ensure a clean colon for your exam. Stay close to the bathroom. Trust us on this one! Keep a good book, movie, and magazine on hand. PROGRESS AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER -- FROM THE 1950S TOCOLON CANCER TREATMENT OPTIONSCOLON CANCER TREATMENT SUCCESS RATECOLON CANCER TREATMENTS AND CURESTREATMENTS FOR COLON CANCER Highlights of progress against colorectal cancer include: 1967: Fecal occult blood testing begins to be used to screen for colorectal cancer. In the next few years flexible sigmoidoscopy and colonoscopy joined FOBT as methods to find early cancer. Endoscopy did more — it removed precancerous polyps (adenomas) and prevented cancer. RALLY ON RESEARCH: EARLY-AGE ONSET CRC Rally on Research: Early-Age Onset Colorectal Cancer. Join us for an interactive two-day Rally on Research, inspired and co-hosted by Dr. José Perea of Madrid, Spain. Come engage with other researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to build a path toward a cure for early-age onset colorectal cancer (EAO CRC). HEROIC REGISTRY FOR LYNCH SYNDROME HEROIC Registry for Lynch Syndrome. The HEROIC Registry is a patient-centric genetic database that will enable patients to take an active role in furthering research into Lynch syndrome genetic mutations. The HEROIC Registry allows patients to contribute medical information and their experiences living with Lynch syndrome and its

associated

COLONOSCOPY PREP: 8 EXPERT TIPS FOR THE NIGHT BEFORE If you begin drinking the colonoscopy prep in the evening, bump up the start time a few hours earlier to prevent running to the toilet all night. Each person’s body is different – for some it works right away, and for others it takes several hours. Give yourself plenty KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. COLORECTAL CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY Colorectal cancer chemotherapy treatment is typically administered in cycles that range from 2 to 6 weeks. Your treatment cycle, schedule, and dosage will depend on the exact drug being given. Most patients will go through several cycles of chemotherapy, as long as they respond well to the treatment. JUNE 2021: CRC RESEARCH & RESOURCES Keeping on top of the latest oncology research and treatments can be overwhelming. What does it all mean? Join us and Dr. Scott Kopetz, a highly regarded, top oncologist in the CRC field, as he talks about the latest research advances and treatment

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Rebecca L. Siegel, Christopher Dennis Jakubowski, Stacey A. Fedewa, Anjee Davis, and Nilofer S. Azad. (2020). American Society of Clinical Oncology Educational Book COVID-19 VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW What You Need to Know What is the vaccine? All three major vaccine producers, Pfizer, Moderna, and Astra-Zeneca, have created vaccines that work by getting your cells to produce the spike protein from coronavirus, effectively allowing our immune systems to create the antibodies necessary to prevent infection. IMMUNOTHERAPY FOR COLORECTAL CANCER Immunotherapy for Colorectal Cancer. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that uses certain parts of a person’s immune system to fight diseases such as cancer. The goal of immunotherapy for colorectal cancer is to boost a patient’s immune reaction to the cancer cells, allowing them to COLON CANCER T-SHIRTS AND MORE Mugs, Patches, and Pins. Fight CRC must-haves- we’ve got trendy mugs, stylish awareness bracelets, cool sunglasses, and iron on patches. An essential accessory is a blue star pin! Shop Merch. STANDING AGAINST RACIAL TARGETING Fight CRC and the Blue Hat Foundation Caution Against Racial Targeting While Increasing Screening Services To Underserved Communities. In a May 4 STAT article, several members of Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Health Equity Committee and founders of the newly formed Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH) raised concerns regarding a study of nurse NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY Sunday, June 6 marks the 34th annual observance of National Cancer Survivors Day across the US and abroad. Fight CRC is proud to celebrate survivorship with our community and share in the many moments of joy and loss that you’ve experienced on your journey. COLORECTAL CANCER SIDE EFFECTS: MANAGING & TREATING Fatigue. Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects experienced by cancer patients. There are many reasons for fatigue. Tell your doctor about your fatigue as they may want to check blood tests to evaluate for causes of fatigue. KITTY LITTER HELPS DISPOSE OF OLD PRESCRIPTIONS SAFELY Dispose of unneeded or expired prescription drugs by combining them with an unappealing substance like kitty litter, coffee grounds, or animal waste and putting them in the trash. Don't flush them down the toilet unless the label directs you to. Advocacy-Logo-WHITE-RGB Created with Sketch. arrow copy Created with Sketch. fcc-logo-light

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