Articles

A Better Way to Screen for Lynch Syndrome?

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

Trial Guide

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

by Kate Yandell
Yesterday & Today

A Force of Nature

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

Aspirin Recommended to Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk

Task force formally recognizes the benefits, with caveats.

by Yasmine Iqbal
Colorectal Cancer: A Troubling Trend

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

by Charlotte Huff
Survivor Profile

An Unplanned Event

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
Forward Look

You’ve Got Mail

At-home colorectal cancer tests can increase screening rates.

by Cameron Walker
Survivor Profile

Brewing a Business

While getting their new coffee business off the ground, John and Pat Curry took John’s cancer treatment one step at a time.

by Jen A. Miller
Gut Reaction

New research suggests a link between gut bacteria and colorectal cancer.

by Melissa Weber
Yesterday & Today

Comic Vision

Charles Schulz, the creator of Peanuts, was a major figure in the history of the American comic strip. Since his death from colorectal cancer more than a decade ago, screening and new treatments have improved detection and survival.

by Debra Gordon

Cancer Talk

Studies investigate whether visits from therapy dogs can increase the well-being of cancer patients and caregivers.

by Jen Tota McGivney

Will Right to Try Increase Access to Experimental Treatments?

The recently passed Right to Try Act is meant to provide patients with greater access to experimental therapies. Patient advocates are divided on whether the law will benefit patients.

by Marci A. Landsmann

What Older Patients Value

Many older adults with cancer place more importance on maintaining their independence and cognitive abilities than on living as long as possible.

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock

Omitting Obesity

Many cancer clinical trials do not track what proportion of enrolled patients are obese, a study finds. These patients may be underrepresented in research.

by Cici Zhang