March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

https://www.ccalliance.org/about/awareness-month

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The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is doing special activities for the month of March to call attention to the disease. As COVID-19 gripped the country, color...Show more The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is doing special activities for the month of March to call attention to the disease. As COVID-19 gripped the country, colorectal cancer screenings plummeted. This March, they are calling on every ally to help get screening back on track. Take the pledge and get screened. Links to resources about symptoms, diagnosis, staging of cancer, community support and treatment information, helpline, as well as financial support. Show less

Diet, Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Colorectal Cancer

https://www.wcrf.org/sites/default/files/Colorectal-cancer-report.pdf

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Cases of colorectal cancer are expected to rise in the next 15 years according to the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Res...Show more Cases of colorectal cancer are expected to rise in the next 15 years according to the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research. This scientific report outlines research on cancer prevention and survival by making changes to diet, weight, and physical activity. There are easy to read infographics outlining ALL of the finding as well as a very detailed scientific explanation of the research. Show less

Colon & Rectal Cancer

From Diagnosis to Treatment

by Ruggieri, Paul

Book - 2019

Doctors Ruggieri and Lakhani’s goal in writing this book was to offer peace of mind to patients faced with a colorectal cancer diagnosis by answering ques...Show more Doctors Ruggieri and Lakhani’s goal in writing this book was to offer peace of mind to patients faced with a colorectal cancer diagnosis by answering questions and guiding patients and caregivers through their treatment. The new edition provides latest treatment options as well as detailed explanations of diagnostic tests and screening, different surgical procedures, as well as therapies following surgery including possible side effects and complications. Excellent resources for someone confronting a diagnosis of colorectal cancer. Show less

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Positive Options for Colorectal Cancer

Self-help and Treatment

by Larson, Carol Ann

Book - 2014

Carol Ann Larson explains the information in this book is what she would have liked after receiving her colorectal cancer diagnosis. She wanted personal a...Show more Carol Ann Larson explains the information in this book is what she would have liked after receiving her colorectal cancer diagnosis. She wanted personal accounts of patients' first-hand knowledge of the struggles of life with cancer. Larson offers many stories from patients and includes answers to questions you might be too embarrassed to ask. This book is not about cutting edge treatments, but rather about the concerns patients and their families may have. Covering everything from explanation of the disease to dealing with medical insurance and records. Helpful resource that draws on experiences from those who have battled the disease. Show less

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What's up With Our Dad?

Medikidz Explain Colorectal Cancer : Superhero Adventure Inside the Human Body!

by Chilman-Blair, Kim

Book - 2013

Published by the American Cancer Society, this volume on Colorectal Cancer from the Medikidz series offers an easy to understand graphic novel detailing i...Show more Published by the American Cancer Society, this volume on Colorectal Cancer from the Medikidz series offers an easy to understand graphic novel detailing information about the disease in plain words for kids. If you are looking for a way to explain a colorectal cancer diagnosis to your child, this book explains what is happening to their parent or family member, what symptoms they may have, what tests they may need to take, and what treatment they may receive. Show less

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My Cancer Year

A Survivorship Memoir / Curtis Pesmen

by Pesmen, Curtis

Book - 2013

What happens when a health journalist receives a stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis not long after turning forty years old? Curtis Pesman documents his j...Show more What happens when a health journalist receives a stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis not long after turning forty years old? Curtis Pesman documents his journey beginning with some possible symptoms he brushed aside to the shock of his initial diagnosis. He shares his emotions, his pain, embarrassing moments, questions, and his fears while still maintaining a sense of humor. His honesty and insight will be helpful to someone diagnosed or who has a loved one who has been diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The appendix includes letters to the editor as well as emails from family, friends and even strangers who reacted to his blog and articles that were published during his treatments. This is definitely a survivorship memoir in that it was written ten years after his diagnosis. Show less

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Colon Cancer

by Allman, Toney

Book - 2012

Slim volume that provides just the facts about colon cancer. More of a quick book for basic information although the chapter "Living with Colon Cance...Show more Slim volume that provides just the facts about colon cancer. More of a quick book for basic information although the chapter "Living with Colon Cancer" does offer discussion of the shock of receiving the diagnosis, coping strategies and how to move forward. Appendix includes a list of organizations, bibliography, and web resources. Show less

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Be A Survivor

Colorectal Cancer Treatment Guide

by Lange, Vladimir

Book - 2006

Simple and clear presentation of the facts about colorectal cancer. Book is organized to mirror path of treatment and recovery beginning with dealing with...Show more Simple and clear presentation of the facts about colorectal cancer. Book is organized to mirror path of treatment and recovery beginning with dealing with feelings following a diagnosis, the basics of understanding anatomy of the bowel, what exactly colorectal cancer is and how it spreads, and definitions of many terms a patient will encounter during treatment. Show less

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The C List

Chemotherapy, Clinics and Cupcakes : How I Survived Colon Cancer

by Bown, Rachel

eBook - 2014

Rachel Brown documents her journey with colon cancer with honesty, positivity, British humor, and a multitude of lists to help her feel more in control of...Show more Rachel Brown documents her journey with colon cancer with honesty, positivity, British humor, and a multitude of lists to help her feel more in control of the disease. The chapters detail her early signs of the disease, undergoing a colonoscopy, surgery, treatments, and her life after cancer. Within each chapter are lists from questions to ask your doctor before surgery to what to have on hand during chemotherapy treatments. Important chapter on how she talked to her children about her cancer diagnosis and treatments. Show less

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Living With Colorectal Cancer

Streaming Video - 2012

Interviews with patients who were diagnosed and underwent treatment for colorectal cancer. Discussion of symptoms, diagnosis, surgery, side effects, impac...Show more Interviews with patients who were diagnosed and underwent treatment for colorectal cancer. Discussion of symptoms, diagnosis, surgery, side effects, impact on lifestyle as well as dealing with feelings and living with the disease. Valuable insight for those recently diagnosed or caring for someone with colorectal cancer. Show less

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American Cancer Society's Colorectal Cancer

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/colon-rectal-cancer.html

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American Cancer Society offers an invaluable resource for those seeking information about colorectal cancer including risk factors, causes, prevention, di...Show more American Cancer Society offers an invaluable resource for those seeking information about colorectal cancer including risk factors, causes, prevention, diagnosis, staging, and treatment. Helpline and guide if you or a loved one has just been diagnosed. As well as links to cancer stories, latest news on treatments, as well as life as a cancer survivor. Show less

https://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/colorectalcancer/index.html

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers Vital Signs, a monthly report in a graphic fact sheet. Provides statistics about colorectal cancer, different screening options, and links to web resources even podcasts and videos. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers Vital Signs, a monthly report in a graphic fact sheet. Provides statistics about colorectal cancer, different screening options, and links to web resources even podcasts and videos. Show less

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