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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.

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    Watch session videos from AllyCon 2024

    Watch videos of two major general sessions from AllyCon 2024, the Alliance's patient support conference, which took place in Miami Beach in December.

    When the doctor is diagnosed
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    When the doctor is diagnosed

    In his mid-40s, Dr. Ben Yokel experienced a partial bowel obstruction. One colonoscopy and CT scan later, Dr. Yokel was told everything’s fine—and to come back for a screening colonoscopy in 10 years.

    Tips for coping with a cancer diagnosis and treatment
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    Tips for coping with a cancer diagnosis and treatment

    A cancer diagnosis and treatment can be challenging for both the body and the mind. Many patients describe difficult emotions such as loneliness, anger, guilt, sadness, and worry, in addition to feeling overwhelmed with uncertainty about their health and other areas of their life. 

    Talking to your children about cancer
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    Talking to your children about cancer

    Trying to communicate with a child or teenager has challenges of its own, and adding cancer to the mix can make things even more complex. However, we know that open communication between family members has a very positive effect on a child’s well-being. Here are some tips on talking to your children about cancer during this demanding time.

    How to control fear and anxiety about cancer returning
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    How to control fear and anxiety about cancer returning

    A normal and common response to the stress of a cancer diagnosis—especially after treatment completes—is to worry about it happening again. When cancer comes back it is called a recurrence, and fear and anxiety about recurrence can take many shapes and strike at any time.

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    Recovery after your surgery

    While minimally invasive surgery has been shown to be as safe as open surgery, the recovery is expected to be faster and the risk of infection following surgery is smaller.

    7 Tips for Managing a Cancer Diagnosis
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    Six tips for getting your doctor to understand you

    What do you do when you're trying to get through to your doctor, but you think he or she isn’t hearing you? What if you're trying to advocate for yourself, but you feel like your doctor doesn’t understand your concerns?

    Gabriel Leblanc rings a bell while wearing a shirt that says, "Secretly hoping chemo gives me superpowers."
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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.

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    BlueHQ: Frequently Asked Questions

    BlueHQ is the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s new patient and caregiver support hub. BlueHQ makes it easy to find personalized support, without endless online searching.

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    A patient and her mother battle CRC together

    Nicole and Chris, a daughter and mother, recount their experiences as Nicole was diagnosed with colon cancer — and how themed hats have lifted their spirits.

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