FORWARD LOOK

Study findings suggest patient screening has been too narrow.

by Sharon Tregaskis

Healthy Habits

Eating more roughage may yield benefits following a colorectal cancer diagnosis.

by Lindsey Konkel

A new survey suggests that young adults with colorectal cancer struggle to receive an accurate, prompt diagnosis.

by Bradley Jones

Forward Look

Study findings support precision approaches to risk reduction.

by Dara Chadwick

Researchers say a next-generation sequencing test could improve screening in colorectal cancer patients for a hereditary syndrome that raises cancer risk. Some experts have concerns.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

Q&A

Researcher Tom Marsilje is helping fellow colorectal cancer patients sort through clinical trials.

by Kate Yandell

Yesterday & Today

Known for the Christmas classic Santa Baby and her role as Catwoman in the 1960s TV series Batman, Eartha Kitt wowed audiences with her dancing, singing and acting. Her 2006 colorectal cancer diagnosis shocked those who knew her.

by Sharlene George

Forward Look

Task force formally recognizes the benefits, with caveats.

by Yasmine Iqbal

More people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer before 50, the recommended age to start screening.

by Charlotte Huff

Survivor Profile

After a stage III cancer diagnosis, event planner Kim Hall Jackson gave up the illusion of control and started using her talents to promote screening among African-Americans.

by Leigh Labrie