Colon and Rectal Cancer News
Check out our latest news and information about colon cancer and rectal cancer.
Colon and rectal cancer information
Whether you're looking for ways to prevent colon and rectal cancer, facing a diagnosis or have questions about living as a colorectal cancer survivor, we have you covered.
Colon and rectal cancer research
We're working to answer the critical questions about colon and rectal cancer: what causes it, how can it be prevented, detected, and treated successfully; and how to improve the quality of life for people who have it.
Patient programs and resources
If you or a loved one is diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer, or any cancer, we offer free resources to help you every step of the way.
leading the fight
We're working with nearly 80 other organizations to eliminate colon and rectal cancer as a major public health problem. Find out more about what we are doing.
National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable
The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable was established by the American Cancer Society and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 1997. It is a national coalition dedicated to reducing the incidence of and mortality from colorectal cancer in the U.S., through coordinated leadership, strategic planning, and advocacy.
80% by 2018 is a NCCRT initiative in which more than 1,500 organizations have committed to the shared goal of 80% of adults aged 50 and older being regularly screened for colorectal cancer by 2018.