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Keytruda 'Should Be New Standard of Care' in First-Line Setting in Certain Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

May 29th 2020, 10:00pm

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“These long-awaited trial results will change clinical practice,” lead study author Dr. Thierry André, of the Sorbonne Université and Hôpital Saint Antoine in Paris, said in an ASCO-issued press release.

Speaking Out: A Rising Concern of Colorectal Cancer Risk in Younger Adults

May 22nd 2020, 5:00pm

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As the risk of colorectal cancer grows among those under 50, younger adults should know more about signs and screening.

Colorectal Cancer Patients Should Not Assume that Care is Unavailable

May 6th 2020, 8:24pm

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People experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms or delays in colorectal cancer care should address these questions with their care team.

FDA's Approval of Braftovi-Erbitux Combination Presents 'A Small Step Forward' for Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer

April 28th 2020, 1:00am

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The Braftovi-Erbitux combination will become the preferred second-line treatment option in treatment of adults with metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC) with a BRAF V600E mutation, according to one expert.

Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Colorectal Cancer Treatment During the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 25th 2020, 6:00pm

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Despite the impact that COVID-19 is having on cancer treatment schedules, one expert stresses the importance of staying the course not just for an individual’s benefit, but for the health of others.

Couple to Wear Blue on Wedding Day to Commemorate Colon Cancer Awareness, Patient With Breast Cancer Sews Together Masks for At-Risk Community, and More

April 17th 2020, 7:40pm

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From a woman with stage 4 colon cancer deciding to stream her wedding on Zoom to a patient with breast cancer sewing masks for at-risk groups across the United States, here’s the cancer news and updates happening amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

FDA Approves Braftovi, Erbitux Combo for BRAF V600E-Positive Metastatic CRC

April 9th 2020, 4:35am

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The Food and Drug Administration approved the combination use of Braftovi plus Erbitux for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic colorectal cancer with a BRAF V600E mutation.

Never Too Young: The Impact of Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer

April 1st 2020, 12:59am

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Although the absolute risk for colorectal cancer is very low for young people, one expert warns the incidence is increasing.

More Than A Survivor: Stories of Warriors

March 26th 2020, 10:47pm

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Guiding Light: Understanding Lynch Syndrome

March 21st 2020, 1:00am

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Most people are in the dark about Lynch syndrome, a not uncommon condition that predisposes individuals to cancer. Patient advocacy group AliveAndKickn works to illuminate the issue.