The upcoming election has highlighted key issues in many districts. For many, the Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Early Detection and Treatment Act (HR 1189) is a key piece of legislation. This House bill would establish a program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide screenings and treatment for colorectal cancer. The program would [...]
Heart rate training can make any workout more effective. Whether you are training to run a Get Your Rear in Gear 5K, preparing for a marathon to raise funds for the cause, or simply trying to lose weight for improved health, maintaining the proper heart rate is a great workout technique to reach those goals [...]
A regimen of baby aspirin may cut colon cancer deaths by 30% and may reduce the risk of developing colon cancer by 25%. According to a report by CBSNews.com, European researchers found that study participants who took low dose or regular aspirin daily for six years as part of a study on stroke prevention reduced [...]
Is being a cancer survivor a good thing or a bad thing? For those that have been affected by any form of cancer, the term “survivor” may carry positive connotations (I made it through!) or negative ones (I’ve been affected by a disease). For those still in treatment, the term “survivor” may imply expectations about [...]
The best marathon training plans provide for motivational exercises along with endurance, speed, and strength training. For Get Your Rear in Gear marathon runners, the motivation is a personal cause. A new fundraising program through Get Your Rear in Gear allows marathon runners, or athletes who prefer shorter races, to run their own personalized race [...]
Choosing a doctor in the midst of a cancer diagnosis can be an emotional and daunting process. At a time when patients are already feeling overwhelmed, they have to process enormous amounts of information, evaluate options, and ultimately choose to trust a medical team with their lives. Recently, in response to an open letter to [...]
According to a Reuters report, there is a promising new test on the horizon to screen for colon cancer. The test, which was developed by Exiqon, a Danish biotech company, has the potential to be “safe, cheap, robust, accurate and of little or no inconvenience to the individual,” said spokesperson Soren Nielsen. The test was [...]
Join the Colorectal Cancer Coalition for a Grassroots Advocate Chat on Wednesday, October 6th at 8:15 pm EDT. This webinar is an opportunity to chat with with advocates from around the country who are working to win the fight against colorectal cancer. No previous experience required. Just a desire to take action. You’ll connect with [...]
