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Prepping for a Colonoscopy: Tips from The Colonoscopy Queen

March 8th 2023, 6:00pm

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I’ve had many colonoscopies over the last two decades, so here are my tips for preparing for and going through the procedure.

Radiation Dose May Increase Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors

March 4th 2023, 4:00pm

Article

Hodgkin lymphoma survivors should avoid associated risk factors of developing colorectal cancer such as smoking, alcohol usage and being overweight.

I Was Unprepared for the Emotional Toll of Cancer

February 28th 2023, 2:00pm

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After I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer and told I needed a colectomy, I knew I’d face physical and financial difficulties after the surgery, but I did not anticipate the emotional toll of my diagnosis.

An Unexpected Lesson from Cancer

February 26th 2023, 6:00pm

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The best of humanity met me at the worst time of my life when I found “my people” after receiving a stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis.

Older Patients With Diabetes May Have 1.5-Fold Increased Risk for Death From Cancer

February 22nd 2023, 8:10pm

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Patients with type 2 diabetes have an increased cancer burden and, as a result, a higher mortality rate, highlighting the importance of inflammatory factors like obesity and glucose control.

Celebrating My Cancer Survivorship

February 20th 2023, 6:00pm

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In 2023, my goal is to continue building my role as a patient advocate and to support other cancer survivors in the fight through the various organizations I am involved with.

The Sport of Cancer: How One Survivor Linked Ironman Training and Colorectal Cancer

February 16th 2023, 4:00pm

Podcast

Teri Griege completed an Ironman triathlon in 2009, and less than a month later received a stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis. In this episode of Cancer Horizons, she shared her story.

Cosela/Immunochemotherapy Trial for Colorectal Cancer Stopped for Limited Anti-Tumor Efficacy Data

February 13th 2023, 10:00pm

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The PRESERVE 1 trial was discontinued due to responses and survival measures favoring placebo versus Cosela when added to a chemoimmunotherapy regimen.

Physical Function May Decline in Women After Cancer Diagnosis, Throughout Survivorship

February 7th 2023, 4:00pm

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Postmenopausal women cancer survivors, including lung, breast, colorectal and endometrial cancer, may have a greater physical function decline than is generally expected at their age, which may lead to lower quality of life after treatment.

I’m No Longer Stubborn When It Comes to Cancer Screenings

February 2nd 2023, 6:00pm

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Many men — my former self included — can be stubborn when it comes to cancer screenings or visiting the doctor. Thankfully I’ve changed my ways, which saved my life.