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Looking for sample testimony from a real Catalyst State-by-State Advocacy Program grantee while advocating for closing the follow-up co-pay issue for colonoscopy after a positive stool-based test? Look no further!

We know all those acronyms and initialisms can be confusing and sound like a different language. That’s why we created the advocacy glossary.

Drafted by the California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4) Use this sample letter to show your support for legislation in California.

Testimony for Senate Bill 16 in Kentucky Given by Whitney Jones, MD on February 3rd, 2021 “Since its inception in 2008, The KCCSP and its designated advisory committee have engaged […]

Testimony for House Bill 108 in Kentucky Given by Whitney Jones, MD on February 4, 2021 “Since its inception in 2008, The KCCSP and its designated advisory committee have engaged […]

On August 25th, 2020, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and the Prevent Cancer Foundation hosted a State Policy Action Planning Session […]

On August 27th, 2020, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the Prevent Cancer Foundation and the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) hosted […]

The colorectal cancer (CRC) screening landscape can vary greatly between states.  Each state landscape reflects different laws, policies and regulations, assorted levels of resources and support, and ultimately, a range […]

In 2018, the American Cancer Society (ACS) lowered their recommended age to begin colorectal cancer screening age for average risk adults from 50 to 45 years old. Many insurance companies […]

The Colorectal Cancer Control Program partners with state health departments, universities and tribal organizations to implement evidence-based programs to increase screening, particularly in underserved communities.