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      Clinical Trial for Stage II and III dMMR/MSI-H Rectal Cancer Inspires Hope
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      Clinical trial for stage II and III dMMR/MSI-H rectal cancer inspires hope

      A clinical trial out of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has set the cancer community abuzz after it showed a 100 percent success rate among the first 14 participants who completed treatment.

      Jun 8, 2022
      Study Examines Colorectal Cancer Screening Uptake in Black Men 
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      Study examines colorectal cancer screening uptake in Black men 

      Non-Hispanic Black men have the worst colorectal cancer survival rates of any demographic group, and they are less likely than their non-Hispanic White counterparts to get screened.

      Jan 19, 2022
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      Alliance funding “critical” to screening test research

      Whether Dr. Hitchins’ research will ultimately produce a new screening test remains to be seen, but the progress made toward that end has relied greatly on the Alliance’s support.

      Aug 21, 2021
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      What Alliance-funded researchers are working on now

      We detail the latest on the eight current research projects funded through our Chris4Life Research Program.

      May 27, 2021
      What is Immunoscore?
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      What is Immunoscore?

      This new technology could refine the prognosis of stage II and some low-risk stage III colon cancer patients and provide doctors with additional information when making decisions about chemotherapy treatment.

      Aug 20, 2020
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      What does research say about medical marijuana for colorectal cancer?

      If there is one common theme in all of the literature and scientific papers, it is that cannabis and cannabinoids enhance the benefits of conventional treatment for side effect management.

      Oct 12, 2016
      Glowing blue DNA double helix made of light-like dots and lines, floating against a dark background, giving the feel of biotechnology.
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      Bringing biomarker testing within reach: CLEAR for CRC to empower patients from day one

      Biomarker testing can guide colorectal cancer treatment and improve outcomes. Learn how CLEAR for CRC is helping patients access this critical tool.

      Jan 27, 2026
      Kevin Van Der Jeught, PhD, presents at AllyCon in Miami Beach.
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      Project Cure CRC researcher seeks next big breakthrough

      Meet Project Cure CRC researcher Kevin Van der Jeught, whose mRNA-based immunotherapy research aims to unlock new treatments for colorectal cancer patients.

      Dec 16, 2025
      The main corridor at the 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting
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      2025 ASCO update: Six big studies

      The 2025 ASCO Annual Meeting featured several important studies that could change how colorectal cancer is treated, including a pivotal study for BRAF V600E patients.

      Jun 24, 2025
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      Video: With Project Cure CRC, allies are "done waiting"

      Hope is on the horizon.

      May 23, 2025
      TIL liver mets
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      NIH: Combination immunotherapy shrank GI cancers

      A new kind of tumor infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy improved the treatment’s effectiveness in patients with metastatic GI cancers.

      Apr 1, 2025
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      Critical cuts to federal cancer research signed into law

      As Congress begins to work on its fiscal year 2026 budget, it’s important we work to restore funds that support vital cancer and medical research.

      Mar 25, 2025
      Poster presentation at ASCO GI
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      Unmet needs in CRC: Survey results offer hope

      Uncover key survey findings on the unmet psychosocial and physical needs of colorectal cancer patients and survivors, and learn how the Alliance is shaping better care.

      Jan 27, 2025
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      ACS releases colorectal cancer estimates for 2024

      The American Cancer Society has released its latest insights into cancer trends in the publication "Cancer Statistics, 2024."

      Jan 23, 2024
      Dr. Edith Mitchell
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      Alliance remembers Dr. Edith Mitchell

      The Colorectal Cancer Alliance and its Board of Directors mourn the loss of our esteemed friend and colleague, Dr. Edith Mitchell, MD, MACP, FCCP.

      Jan 22, 2024
      Evan Daniels: Remembering His Father on World Cancer Research Day
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      Evan Daniels: Remembering his father on World Cancer Research Day

      Evan Daniels is no stranger to the presence of cancer in his life. His father, Robert Daniels, was diagnosed with stage II colon cancer when Evan was just eight years old. Fortunately, Robert’s disease was caught early, and he was able to watch Evan grow.

      Sep 12, 2023
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      Be heard this November: The Cancer Promise

      Learn about The Cancer Promise initiative and how political candidates can pledge to support cancer research, prevention, and care policies. Make your voice heard this election.

      Sep 25, 2024
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      Alliance supports the Clinical Trials Modernization Act

      This bipartisan legislation aims to improve participation in clinical trials by addressing major barriers such as non-medical expenses, trial location accessibility, diverse participation, and financial implications for patients.

      Jun 21, 2024
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      23andMe and the Alliance team up on cancer research

      The collaboration aims to raise awareness, encourage screening, and help people better understand their risks.

      Jun 5, 2024
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      Impact alert: Alliance invests $200,000 for BRAF CRC research

      The Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s philanthropic research fund, Project Cure CRC, has announced another awardee. Yekaterina Zaytseva, PhD, of the University of Kentucky will receive $200,000 over two years.

      May 30, 2024
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