We received some great news regarding colonoscopy screening from the National Colorectal Cancer Round Table (NCCRT) today. From NCCRT: Health and Human Services has released final guidance today on essential health benefits including an FAQ. In the FAQ, it states that insurers may not charge a co-pay if there is a polyp removal during a [...]
Got 3 minutes? That’s all it will take today to give yourself a “Warrior Wednesday Carlea Bauman treat read” today. So ignore everyone and make what they are saying now sound like Charlie Brown’s teacher. Yes, before you get up or make another call, find your colorectal-yoga moment. After you read this, you will have [...]
Our friends at Fight Colorectal Cancer (formerly Colorectal Cancer Coalition, or C3) are hosting two upcoming webinars focusing on advocacy. Show Us the Money! What Congress is Doing for Cancer Research & How We Can Make It Do More Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 8 – 9:30 PM Eastern In this webinar, we’ll update you on [...]
The July 2011 issue of the CDC‘s newsletter Vital Signs is all about colorectal cancer. In this issue you can read about the latest findings, see who’s at risk, state-by-state statistical information and how individuals can help increase screening rates in their areas. In this issue the CDC reports: Between 2003 and 2007, approximately [...]
The American Cancer Society’s 2011 guidelines and the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force continue to foster that people 50 and over should begin their annual screening using one of the screening standards below: Colonoscopy every 10 years – The gold standard Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years Double-contrast barium enema every 5 years CT colonography (virtual [...]
As you may know, the very first Get Your Rear in Gear event was held in Minneapolis, Minn. in 2005. Since that time the Get Your Rear in Gear movement has exploded from one race to 40 events across the country. May 22, 2011 is the seventh annual Get Your Rear in Gear Twin Cities [...]
Our partners at the Colorectal Cancer Coalition are hosting the annual “Congressional Butt-In” this Wednesday and Thursday, March 2-3. This is YOUR chance to connect with your congressional representatives and tell them why continued funding for colorectal cancer research and screening programs are important. To have your voice heard and connect with your elected officials [...]
Get Your Rear in Gear states continue to make progress in the battle to end colon cancer. According to the most recent CRC Consortium Report Card, many states where Get Your Rear in Gear events are held have been awarded above average grades in the legislative evaluation. In states where more legislation is needed, Get [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
