Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), the nation’s leading advocacy organization for colorectal cancer awareness, research, and policy, is proud to announce the promotion of Anjee Davis to Chief Executive Officer […] The post Fight CRC Names Anjee Davis as CEO, Driving Bold Vision for the Future appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

Co-hosted by Exact Sciences and Fight Colorectal Cancer, the Summit Focuses on Collaboration and Actionable Solutions On October 7-9, 2024, Fight Colorectal Cancer co-hosted with the inaugural Innovation Summit with […] The post Innovation Summit Sparks Action for Advancing Colorectal Cancer Screening appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

In response to the persistently high nationwide burden of colorectal cancer (CRC), Fight CRC (Fight CRC) has launched the Colorectal Cancer Care Initiative (CRCCI), a vital collaboration aimed at revolutionizing […] The post Changing Quality Care in Colorectal Cancer appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) and the Collaborative Group of the Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Cancer (CGA-IGC) are proud to announce the 2024 recipient of the “Early Career Award”—Dr. Trevor […] The post Early Career Award to Drive Lynch Syndrome Management appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

After many years of dedicated work and impactful contributions to the fight against cancer, the Matthew Hill Foundation is closing their doors and passing the razor to Fight Colorectal Cancer […] The post  A New Era for No-Shave November appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 summer fundraising season. Between the capstone Climb for a Cure event, along with several community […] The post Summer Fundraisers Raise Over $165,000 appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

Fight Colorectal Cancer is pleased to announce the newest members to its board of directors: Dr. Nasim Afsar and Dominick Schiano. Both members will serve an initial two-year term on […] The post Oracle Health Executive, Finance Expert join Fight CRC Board of Directors appeared first on Fight Colorectal Cancer ..read more

Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter Copy this URL Share via Email Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is proud to announce the publication of a timely perspective piece in Frontiers in Oncology titled "Advancing Early Onset Colorectal Cancer Research: Research Advocacy, Health Disparities, and Scientific Imperatives" as data continues to show a growing number of colorectal cancer diagnoses in those under age 50. Andrea J. Dwyer, BS, advisor to Fight CRC of the University of Colorado was lead author with international contributions from the U.S., Spain, the UK, and the Netherla ..read more

Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter Copy this URL Share via Email The undersigned groups, representing the colorectal cancer community, are deeply concerned about the Supreme Court’s decision to eliminate the long-standing precedent of Chevron deference and the impact the decision may have on those affected by colorectal cancer. For four decades, the Chevron doctrine has ensured that laws passed by Congress affecting access to care and screening were interpreted and implemented by experts at federal agencies. The overturning of Chevron deference means that many decisions surro ..read more

Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on Twitter Copy this URL Share via Email Early onset colorectal cancer (EOCRC) is rising, and a new study sheds light on the potential reasons for delayed diagnoses. The study, "Red flag signs and symptoms and delays in diagnosis for early-onset colorectal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis," was conducted by national nonprofit Fight Colorectal Cancer’s (Fight CRC) EOCRC working group and lead authors and researchers Joshua Demb, PhD, MPH, and Jennifer M. Kolb, MD, MS, and is published in the Open JAMA Network Publication. The research aimed ..read more