Telling Loved Ones About Your Cancer DiagnosisAfter getting news of a serious illness like cancer, you will likely turn to family and friends for support. Here are some things to think about before you share your...
Why People With Cancer Have Trouble SleepingIf you have cancer or are a cancer survivor, you may have trouble sleeping. One study suggests that up to 95 percent of people who have cancer now or had...
Diagnosed With Colorectal Cancer at 32: My StoryAfter months of struggling with symptoms that I had no idea were common for colorectal cancer, on June 7th, 2012 I heard the dreaded words: You have cancer. I was...
Resources for Cancer CaregiversWhen your loved one has cancer, you, the caregiver, need help too. The type and frequency of help that's needed can vary dramatically from person to person, but extra support...
Managing Side Effects and Pain Related to Metastatic Colorectal CancerMetastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC), or end-stage colorectal cancer, can cause many symptoms that affect your daily life. Side effects from treatment can also be challenging to manage. Understanding how to...
Questions to Ask Your Doctor If You Have Metastatic Colorectal CancerWhen you are diagnosed with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC), it can be overwhelming. Asking your cancer doctor (oncologist) the right questions can help you better understand your treatment options, your...
Treatment for Colorectal CancerColorectal cancer (CRC) treatment depends on the stage of the cancer and where it is located in the body. There are several ways to treat CRC, and cancer doctors (oncologists)...
Quality of Life for People With Metastatic Colorectal CancerMetastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) is a type of cancer that has spread from the colon or rectum to other parts of the body. This is an advanced stage of cancer...
Navigating a Colonoscopy: A Step-by-Step ExperienceColorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers with proper screening, yet screening rates remain well below a target of 80% in the United States. Colonoscopies remain the gold...
Genetic Risk Factors for Colorectal CancerLike many cancers, colorectal cancer (CRC) can develop due to certain genetic risk factors. Genetic risk factors are certain gene changes that are passed down through your family. These inherited...
Taking Colon Cancer Signs SeriouslyColon cancer is rising among young people, yet its symptoms are often overlooked due to age related biases. In 2024, colorectal cancer became the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in...
