CRCtalks
The CRCtalks web series is an interactive dialogue where patients and caregivers can feel heard and supported.
Magnifying critical conversations
From the clinic to your screen, leading experts in colorectal cancer care participate to magnify critical conversations. Attend to ask questions, vote in polls, and learn more about how to navigate colorectal cancer.
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Previous CRCtalks
Addressing Colorectal Cancer’s Hidden Struggles
Matthew Loscalzo, L.C.S.W., of City of Hope, highlights the fears and struggles common among colorectal cancer patients and shares ways to have open and compassionate conversations about them.
Liver-Directed Therapies for mCRC
Dr. Louise Connell of Memorial Sloan Kettering discusses the latest updates in liver-directed therapies, or treatments for colorectal cancers that have spread to the liver. You can also learn more about liver-directed therapy on our website.
Why Your Biomarkers Matter
Biomarker testing can dramatically impact a patient’s treatment plan and outcomes. Learn more about this important science and how patients can get tested with Dr. Christopher Lieu, Co-Director of GI Medical Oncology at UCCC.
Digesting the Facts: Nutrition for CRC Patients
Valaree Williams, a registered dietitian at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, shares how to optimize nutrition and hydration, adapt a diet to long-term cancer impacts, and more.
Getting Started with Clinical Trials
Clinical trials can be intimidating, but a little knowledge can go a long way toward having a positive experience. David Fenstermacher, PhD, provides an introduction to clinical trials for patients and caregivers.
The Survivor’s Toolbox: Tips for After Treatment
Jennifer R. Klemp, PhD, MPH, MA, of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, shares strategies you can use to protect your well-being in survivorship, including recurrence monitoring, germline testing, and self-care.
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Gabriel Leblanc: How the Alliance changed my life
It’s scary to hear the “c” word, especially when you’re only 36. A million questions ran through Gabriel Leblanc’s mind, but only one seemed to matter. “How was I going to get through this?” Gabriel said.
What are the best types of colonoscopy prep?
Several different types of colonoscopy prep regimens are available today, including prescription and over-the-counter options. While it is important to consult your healthcare provider for guidance, it can be helpful to conduct some of your own research.
Marijuana and colorectal cancer: Does weed help?
Up to 40% of cancer patients report marijuana usage to relieve or improve their symptoms. But what does the research say about weed and cancer?