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    Q&A with Dr. Andrew Albert

    Dr. Andrew Albert—recently named by StreetWise as one of the “2018 Most Inspiring Chicagoans” for his work launching the grassroots awareness campaign #backoffcoloncancer—offers his thoughts on colorectal cancer screening.

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    Healthcare guidelines: What are they and why do they matter?

    Early in 2018, the American Cancer Society (ACS) lowered its recommended colorectal cancer screening start age from 50 to 45. The news made the popular headlines and may have prompted the question:What is the ACS and why do these recommendations matter? These are important questions to ask. As healthcare consumers, you’re encouraged to know your options and empower yourselves with updated and balanced information.

    Do you know your options?
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    Do you know your options?

    When it comes to advocating for your health, understanding available options and what makes the most sense for your lifestyle, is key. An educated decision is always best.

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    New colonoscopy prep tablet approved by FDA

    The first tablet colonoscopy preparation to receive approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in over 10 years is now available in the United States. 

    “Colonoscopy” Trends with Twitter Reactions to Study
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    “Colonoscopy” trends with Twitter reactions to study

    A study out of Oslo, Norway, published in the New England Journal of Medicine questioned the effectiveness of colonoscopy in preventing colorectal cancer, the second deadliest cancer in the United States. The study triggered a swell of media reports casting doubt on the procedure.

    COVID-19 Impact on Colonoscopy Screening 
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    COVID-19 impact on colonoscopy screening 

    A study this month by the Alliance of Community Health Plans and Academy of Managed Care Pharmacies shows that due to concerns about the COVID-19 virus Americans have altered their use of traditional health services with many delaying necessary care.

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    45 is the new 50, but we still have work to do

    While more than 20 million additional people will be able to get a preventive colorectal cancer screening, most at no cost, this change will not catch every colorectal cancer. We still have work to do.

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    Legislation introduced to address young-onset CRC

    Explore the urgent need for the Colorectal Cancer Early Detection Act (HR 7714), legislation aimed at combating the rising incidence of colorectal cancer among younger adults through enhanced screening, education, and research.

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    Alliance adds partners to expand 45+ Reasons campaign

    The Alliance’s 45+ Reasons campaign is part of the Cycles of Impact initiative launched and supported by Independence Blue Cross in 2022 to address the urgent public health issue of colorectal cancer among the Black population.

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    Get connected with your allies

    There are many ways to find your community through the Alliance. Try one of our online communities.

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