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The drug's manufacturer, Bayer Healthcare, has opened four sites to receive the medicine, based on clinical trials that showed patients who took the drug lived longer than those with a placebo.
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Ask almost anyone after their first colonoscopy, and they'll tell you, "The procedure was nothing, but the prep was awful."
Now patients are reporting that combining MiraLAX®, an over-the-counter laxative, with 2 quarts of Gatorade tastes better and is easier to take than the standard 4-quart Golytely colonoscopy preparation. In a randomized clinical trial, almost 100 percent said they would repeat it again, compared to 1 out of 4 who wouldn't take GoLYTELY® in the future.
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H.R. 4120 gains support in Congress
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If a colonoscopy is supposed to be free under Medicare, it should stay free.
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As most colorectal cancer patients will tell you, chemo brain is real.
Researcher Idelle Davidson provides an eye-opening look at the cognitive issues many cancer survivors suffer after chemotherapy treatment.
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Gastroenterologist, colorectal cancer advocate and Fight Colorectal Cancer board member Indran Krishnan, MD, recently answered questions about screening via an online Q&A session with TalkAboutHealth.com.
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 Isn't that the tie you bought him for Father's Day last year? Are you re-gifting a graduation present? |
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Does the thought of calling your representative make you nauseous? Easily frightened by men in suits?
The Advocate Toolbox makes it easy for you to get active and involved. We've provided a handy video tutorial that outlines the steps to take action. Your fight to help beat this disease starts with just a click.
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Pain patches give patients needed relief, but they can be deadly within reach of children.
Used patches can still contain enough fentanyl to seriously hurt a child. Even patches loosely attached to patients can transfer the narcotic to children and babies while you're carrying them.
Protect your little ones and keep your pain meds under wraps with these helpful tips.
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"What's New in Colorectal Cancer Research?" with Dr. Axel Grothey, Mayo Clinic
June 20, 2012
8 - 9:30 PM Eastern time
Register
"When You're Out of Options" with Dr. Len Saltz, Memorial Sloan Kettering
July 18, 2012
8 - 9:30 PM Eastern time
Register
Missed a webinar, or want to watch one again?
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 A stage IV colon cancer patient who is a member of Fight Colorectal Cancer's Inspire online community wanted advice on how soon to start chemo after surgery. Within hours, he received 15 responses from other patients who have been in his shoes.
If you're not part of Inspire, join the online support community for patients, caregivers and survivors today. Meet online Fight CRC moderator Kate Murphy and get support, a virtual hug and answers to your questions from those who know what you're going through.
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We love sharing good news, especially on Tuesdays when you'll find our weekly GOOD NEWS TUESDAY post on our Facebook page. Did you recently have a cancer-free anniversary? A clean MRI? Finished chemo?
Let us know on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/FightCRC.
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Colorectal cancer advocate and guest blogger Pat Steer is a stage IV rectal cancer patient who was diagnosed in 2004.
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In the Spring issue:
- Call to Action
- Living with an Ostomy
- When "Free" Isn't
- A Living Legacy
- Make Some Noise
Download now.
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May slip by without a visit to our online store for the best selection in buttons, bracelets, shirts, hats and pins.
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