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An Argument for Genetic Testing

March 19th 2015, 12:18am

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Genetic testing is a fascinating and provocative aspect of medicine today as it has implications for our some of our most pronounced human experiences: life, death, reproduction, parenthood, familial bonds, and one's mortality.

Howard Hochster, MD, Explains Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines

March 16th 2015, 9:35pm

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Howard S. Hochster, an oncologist at Yale Cancer Center who specializes in gastrointestinal cancers, explains when and why individuals should consider colorectal cancer screening.

Potential Biomarker May Indicate Advantage with Tivozanib in Advanced Colorectal Cancer

March 12th 2015, 11:23pm

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A potential biomarker called NRP-1 may indicate longer progression-free survival with tivozanib over Avastin for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.

Choosing Yoga After Cancer

March 10th 2015, 7:24pm

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I realized I couldn't be the only person so devastated by the effects and aftermath of cancer treatment. I decided to become a yoga teacher to help other patients and survivors.

Higher Vitamin D Levels Associated With Better Outcomes in Colorectal Cancer

February 20th 2015, 7:58pm

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Patients with newly diagnosed metastatic colorectal cancer who had higher levels of vitamin D in their blood lived a median eight months longer and experienced greater disease-free survival after their cancer treatment.

Do You Need a Genetic Counselor?

February 20th 2015, 12:25am

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One of the greatest challenges facing potential Lynch syndrome carriers is not having advice on the implications of a pending test and a subsequent positive result.

Happy Valentine's Day!

February 15th 2015, 7:15pm

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This Valentine's Day is extra special as our hearts are brimmed with happiness and our lives are filled with love. I recognize the courage and beauty it takes to live with cancer together.

I Have Lynch Syndrome

February 10th 2015, 4:40am

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My goal is to educate doctors around the globe about helping to diagnose Lynch syndrome and to continue to help patients who need support.

Experimental Third-Line Treatment Slows Cancer Progression in Patients with Advanced Colorectal Cancer

January 23rd 2015, 12:31am

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Phase 2 Chinese study shows famitinib, a multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor, led to a small improvement in progression-free survival in patients with advanced, previously treated metastatic colorectal cancer.

An Advocate's View of ASCO GI Symposium 2015

January 21st 2015, 3:17am

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Last week, I walked the massive halls of Moscone West in San Francisco and attended the Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, better known as ASCO GI. It is a meeting I always feel quite privileged to attend; it offers a glimpse into the work, passion, and expertise that goes into the many aspects of being able to live with metastatic colon cancer.