Colorectal Cancer

New research examining Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) program data found that relying solely on this data may lead to underestimating the rising rate of colorectal cancer in patients aged 49 and 50.

Although the rate of colorectal and gastric cancers has decreased in the overall population, new study findings show a rise in young adults.

The cancer landscape has changed for patients with the introduction of targeted therapies, and a combination targeted therapy for some patients with colorectal cancer shows new promise.

Nature can provide a new perspective on one's cancer journey.

A new study suggests the common pill could help prevent deaths from cancer, but it’s not without it's share of side effects.

A writer and stage 4 colon cancer patient from Maine attends his first patient workshop since diagnosis, and leaves with lifelong bonds.

Here are the top five CURE stories for September 2019.

The Food and Drug Administration expanded its approval of Cologuard, an at-home non-invasive colorectal cancer screening test, to include use among average-risk individuals aged 45 and older.

Aside from controlling what happens leading up to my death, I've given a lot of thought and put the wheels in motion for what will happen to me after I die.

To tell or not to tell? That is a question I ask myself at the start of every school year. Do I tell my children's teachers I have cancer?

A year in the life of a Lynch syndrome previvor includes comprehensive screenings for cancer.

The legendary broadcast journalist Katie Couric sat down with CURE® to talk about founding the Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health in honor of her late husband.

Patients with gastrointestinal cancers should be aware of specific side effects that might arise — and ways to prevent or ease them.

Katie Couric reflects on life and lessons learned after losing her husband to cancer.

“Julie Pope came into my life as quickly as rectal cancer did,” wrote Anne Heimel in her nomination essay for CURE®’s 2019 Extraordinary Healer® Award. “Julie is also a champion in my personal life. She has done so many things that are not part of her job description.”

The legendary broadcast journalist Katie Couric sat down with CURE® to discuss her advocacy work with Stand Up To Cancer and the “With Love, Me” campaign and why they are so special to her.

Here is a list of the recent trial initiations that occurred within the cancer space in July.

Losing both my parents when I was so young led me to what would become my life’s purpose. Advocating for patients with cancer became my motivation and my mission.

The legendary broadcast journalist Katie Couric sat down with CURE® to discuss her advocacy work in increasing cancer awareness with Stand Up To Cancer.

Through volunteer work and participating in the “Road to Recovery” program as a driver with the American Cancer Society, one survivor found the perfect outlet to cope with the emotional side of healing after chemo treatments.

The legendary broadcast journalist Katie Couric sat down with CURE® to discuss the setbacks she and her husband faced when pursuing new treatment and clinical trials.

Yes, some days are harder than others, even though my strength has been depleted, my courage has been renewed.

The search for a clinical trial would turn out to be my most daunting mission yet as a patient with cancer. Here are five important lessons I've learned throughout my search.

Katie Couric discussed the many challenges she faced while being a caregiver to her husband during his nine-month battle with colorectal cancer and shared how her career helped her to cope with the loss and turmoil in her life.

A quick scroll through the list of clinical trials made it clear I didn't know enough about my tumor and the mutations that made it unique.

Many patients wonder why their chemotherapy infusions take so long, so three health care professionals explained the process from start to finish.

Katie Couric spoke about the challenges she faced while caring for her late husband while maintaining a career and taking care of her daughters’ needs during their family’s unfortunate circumstances.

Here are the top 5 CURE stories for June 2019.

From Beth Chapman’s untimely passing to cancer fundraising via esports, here’s what is making headlines in the cancer space this week.

Discussing a parent’s cancer diagnosis with children can be difficult and the conversation changes as they get older. Here’s how the broadcast journalist broached the delicate situation through her own experience.