New edition of Frankly Speaking About Colorectal Cancer is available

The second edition of Frankly Speaking About Colorectal Cancer is ready!

A collaborative project of The Wellness Community and C3:Colorectal Cancer Coalition, Frankly Speaking can be read online.   Or you can obtain a printed copy by calling the C3 national office at 703-548-1225.

The editors write,

The program provides support, education and hope to people affected by colorectal cancer and their loved ones. It provides information on the most current colorectal treatments, symptom/side-effect management strategies, the social and emotional challenges of the diagnosis and survivorship issues specific to people with colorectal cancer. The purpose of this program is to give you the tools and confidence you need to be able to discuss colorectal cancer with your healthcare providers as well as friends and family so you can get the care you need and deserve.

Posted by Kate Murphy on March 31st, 2008
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March is coming to an end, but our fight continues

As this year’s Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end we reflect on how productive C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition and our Advocates from around the country have been.

Our Second Annual Call on Congress was a wonderful success this year! Thirty five Advocates from the four corners of the country came together in Washington, DC to take their fight to Capitol Hill. Advocates were professionally trained and let loose on their individual Members, where they urged them to support our Cover your Butt legislation.

On March 19th we watched as Advocates Butted-In to Congress, and nearly 2000 calls were placed to 340 Congressional offices. Only three words had to be uttered…”Cover My Butt!”

Now, as April quickly approaches the war against this terrible disease wages on. We must take the high we felt during this past month and continue throughout the year. C3 would like to thank all of our Advocates and with your support we will continue to fight.

Take Action Today!

Posted by Joe Arite on March 27th, 2008
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Thousands of Advocates Urge Congress to Pass Colorectal Cancer Legislation

On Wednesday, March 19th, C3 sponsored the Congressional Butt-In, a one-day phone blitz to Capitol Hill. We asked advocates around the country to call a toll-free number and get connected to their Members of Congress with the message that colorectal cancer legislation must be passed. C3 advocates made almost 2,000 phone calls to 340 Congressional offices.

Thanks to all of our advocates who joined us for the Congressional Butt-In. Your advocacy will make a big difference in the fight against colorectal cancer.

To read more about the Congressional Butt-In, and to find out how many calls your Members of Congress received, click here.

Posted by Judi Sohn on March 26th, 2008
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GI Nurses and Associates Day is March 26, 2008

Gastroenterology nurses and associates are being honored on March 26th during GI Nurses and Associates Day.

These are the wonderful folks who hold our hands while we wait to doze off during our colonoscopies.  Who ask, "Any trouble with the prep?"  Who hand us the little flowered gown that opens in the back.

Their skill and experience makes a scary procedure easier and much safer, and we appreciate it.

Thanks! 

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Colorectal Cancer is Preventable, Treatable, and Beatable

Posted by Kate Murphy on March 26th, 2008
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C3 Advocate’s Family Organizes Fundraiser

The family of Janet Turcotte, a C3 advocate who passed away in September 2007, will hold a fundraiser at Carrol’s Creek restaurant in Annapolis, MD, this Saturday, March 29th to benefit C3.

Carrol’s Creek will donate 10% of the profits on meals and beverages served Saturday evening. Reservations must be made between 5:00 and 6:00 PM or anytime after 8:30 PM.

When making your reservation, make sure the hostess knows you’re calling to support the C3 cause!

Carrol’s Creek restaurant
410 Severn Avenue
Annapolis, Maryland
410-263-8102

Posted by Judi Sohn on March 25th, 2008
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