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Get Your Rear in Gear states get passing grades on legislative report card

Get Your Rear in Gear states get passing grades on legislative report card

on Mar 10th, 2009 | No Comments

The release of a recent legislative report card underscored the importance of participation in colon cancer education and awareness events.  A coalition of organizations including the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) released a report in February which graded each state on legislation requiring insurance providers to cover the cost of recommended preventative screening procedures.  States earning [...]

Higher calcium intake may cut risk of colorectal cancer

Higher calcium intake may cut risk of colorectal cancer

on Feb 25th, 2009 | No Comments

A recent study conducted by the National Institutes of Health found that older adults who get higher levels of calcium through food or supplements have a lower risk of colorectal cancer.  WebMD Health News reports that participants in the study who indicated that they had a calcium rich diet showed a decreased risk for all [...]

Kristin Tabor selected for top volunteer award

Kristin Tabor selected for top volunteer award

on Jan 6th, 2009 | One Comment

This year’s top Volunteer Service Award from Wells Fargo will result in a $50,000 grant to the Colon Cancer Coalition, a local nonprofit organization which raises awareness and promotes the need for early screening tests for the disease. Wells Fargo will make the contribution on behalf of team member Kristin Tabor, who founded the coalition to honor the memory of her sister.

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