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Medulloblastoma is the most common malignant brain tumor in children, and few good treatment options exist. Now, researchers at Fox Chase Cancer Center have found a promising new approach using a drug that’s already being used to treat hypothyroidism: bit.ly/3L6fm3N
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How common is cancer? About 4 in 10 people will get cancer during their lifetime. It is possible to lower your risk, though: at least 40% of cancers may be linked to lifestyle choices we can manage. Learn how to lower your risk: cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/preventi…
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This #OpenAccess review discusses current and emerging therapies for both early-stage and metastatic HR-positive/HER2-negative #BreastCancer, including treatment algorithms based on current data
🔗 acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wi…
#BCSM
#CancerControlMonth
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If you have a family history of #BreastCancer, tell your doctor and ask if genetic counseling is right for you. bit.ly/BYB_GeneticCounseling
ALT Image of woman with text, “Discussing options to manage my risk has helped me make decisions that work. – Jackie”
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The less alcohol you drink, the lower your risk for cancer. Rethink your drink and learn more about the connection between alcohol and cancer: cdc.gov/cancer/alcohol/
ALT Woman drinking water. Text overlay: "Drinking any kind of alcohol can contribute to cancers of the: mouth and throat, larynx (voice box), esophagus, colon and rectum, liver, breast (in women)"
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Yesterday, a federal judge struck down a provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that requires insurance companies to follow U.S. Preventive Service Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines and cover the cost of certain preventive cancer screenings, including tests for colorectal cancer.
If not paused or overturned, millions of people stand to lose insurance coverage for colonoscopy, stool-DNA, FIT, and other tests for colorectal cancer, the second deadliest cancer among men and women combined in the United States.
It also unwinds progress made by the USPSTF in 2021, when it lowered the recommended age to begin colorectal cancer screening to 45, due to an increase in young-onset colorectal cancer. The new guideline made 20 million additional people eligible for screening.
The Alliance envisions a world free of colorectal cancer, and widespread access to screening is a key tenet for achieving that reality. Colorectal cancer is highly preventable with timely screening. Reducing access by resuming the cost barriers that existed before the ACA will lead to lives lost.
The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is the nation’s leader in the mission to end this disease in our lifetime. We are taking action and asking the government to file a swift appeal.
Learn more: bit.ly/ACA-Ruling
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There are choices that can change your life. If you are 45 or older, talk to your doctor about colorectal #cancer screening options. Visit bit.ly/3pV2xeM for more information.
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Breast and prostate cancer mortality rates are 8% and 31% higher, respectively, in #AIAN individuals than in White individuals despite lower incidence and the availability of early detection tests for these cancers.
🔗 bit.ly/AIANCancerStats
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60% of all new #ColorectalCancer cases were advanced in 2019 versus 52% in the mid-2000s and 57% in 1995, before widespread screening.
🔗 bit.ly/2023CRCStats
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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In honor of #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth, we're highlighting the importance of:
1) Regular screening - the most effective way to detect #CRC in earlier stages.
2) Biomarker testing at diagnosis - to inform treatment decisions & improve outcomes.
#CRCsm #GetScreened
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Wow! The human race never ceases to amaze me.
👇🏾So much support, encouragement, and enthusiasm here for our patient with #cancer.
🙏🏽🙌🏾✨👍🏾
#SundayMotivation – at Manhattan, NY
Worst nightmare as a patient/oncologist is to deal with brain🧠metastases.
Most drugs don’t penetrate the blood brain barrier & trials often exclude these patients.
👇🏾Our patient with a near complete response after just 1 dose of T-DXd.🙌🏾👏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾
#Cholangiocarcinoma #HER2➕➕➕
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On this 2nd day of spring, think healthy: keeping a healthy weight can make you less likely to get breast, colon, and at least 11 other kinds of #cancer. Learn more: cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/preventi…
ALT Meningioma (cancer in the tissue covering brain and spinal cord) Thyroid Adenocarcinoma of the esophagus Breast (post-menopausal women) Multiple myeloma (cancer of blood cells) Liver Gallbladder Kidneys Upper stomach Pancreas Uterus Colon and rectum Ovaries
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Just published! Treatment of HR+/HER2- #BreastCancer is rapidly evolving. In this review, the authors summarize current treatment approaches and future directions. #BCSM
🔗 acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wi…
@laura_huppert @hoperugo @Idossa_MD
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Sadly, colorectal cancer is rising among young people. This is a reminder that this disease doesn't discriminate by age, and we need to raise awareness and support all those affected.
Learn when you should get checked based on your risk factors: quiz.getscreened.org.
If you are in your 20s, 30s and 40s, you need to know the signs to watch for colorectal cancer — and when to seek screening or treatment. n.pr/3Z0YG1h
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If you’re 45 or older, it’s time to talk to your doctor about #ColorectalCancer screening. Your options might surprise you. cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/ba…
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Getting screened on time for colorectal cancer could save your life.
But when does “on time” mean for you? @schmidt_doc explains.
Learn when you should get screened based on your risk factors at quiz.getscreened.org.
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. Start regular #cancer screenings to reduce your risk. Find out more: cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/preventi…
ALT Woman facing camera wearing a bright pink top. Text: Screening means looking for cancer before there are symptoms (sometimes there are no symptoms)
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The smoke from cigarettes contains many chemicals that can cause #cancer throughout your body, including the colon. This #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth, avoid tobacco and lower your risk for cancer. Learn what else you can do: cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/ba…
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Today, colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and advocacy partners nationwide collaborated to create awareness alongside @FightCRC for United in Blue, a flag installation on the National Mall.
This is a visual reminder that by 2030, colorectal cancer is projected to be the number one cause of cancer deaths for those under age 50.
But together, we can raise the necessary awareness needed to end this disease in our lifetime.
#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth
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There are choices that can change your life. If you are 45 or older, talk to your doctor about colorectal #cancer screening options. Visit bit.ly/2yIFyNU for more information.