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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 7d

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 7d

For nearly two decades, we've rallied on Capitol Hill to demand action in the fight against #colorectalcancer. And we're not stopping now. 📣

Call-on Congress returns March 1-3, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The stakes are high. Lawmakers need to hear your story.

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 9d

People with cancer are up to 3x more likely to die by suicide within 6 months of diagnosis. You are not alone. 💙

Join our Community of Champions for support from those who understand: https://community.fightcrc.org/

If you're in crisis, call or text 988.

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 11d

September's clinical trial highlights are here! 🥳
This month: Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), ctDNA-guided strategies, and TP53-targeted approaches shaping the future of #ColorectalCancer care.

Explore the full roundup here 👉 https://fightcolorectalcancer.org/blog/clinical-trials/

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 12d

Hispanic/Latino patients are often diagnosed with #colorectalcancer at later stages, leading to worse outcomes.
Screening saves lives—but barriers still exist. During #HispanicHeritageMonth, we're raising awareness and pushing for change. 💙

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 15d

📅 Tomorrow! Don't miss our FREE webinar on #oraltherapies for #CRC.

Chemo, targeted therapy, immunotherapy—learn the differences, how they're taken, & their side effects.

Register now: https://fightcrc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XF8-8tNnSwuCqCBRJKMAHw

TY, Taiho Oncology, for your support! 💙

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 15d

Michael is alive today because of FOLFOX, a chemo developed through federally funded #clinicaltrials. Now NIH's forward funding policy means fewer new grants and fewer breakthroughs.

Research saves lives—join the fight for more #colorectalcancer funding: fightcrc.org/takeaction 💙

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 16d

We're proud to have Fight CRC's Hope Coordinator and stage I #CRC survivor, Paula Chambers Raney, speaking at the @theaacr.bsky.social conference today!💙 She highlighted why inclusive data collection across the cancer continuum is critical to driving progress for every community impacted by cancer.

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 16d

Help us get life-changing resources into the hands of those who need them most. Become a #ResourceChampion & receive free resource boxes 2x a year to share with patients, caregivers, & providers in your area.

Sign up today: https://fightcolorectalcancer.org/take-action/volunteer/resource-champion/

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 18d

Treatment choices can feel overwhelming—let us help break it down. 💊 Join us Sept 24 at 1pm EST for a webinar on #oraltherapies for #CRC w/ Dr. Suneel Kamath from @clevelandclinic.bsky.social!
Register today: https://fightcrc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XF8-8tNnSwuCqCBRJKMAHw

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 22d

Chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy—what's the difference?

Learn how these oral therapies for #colorectalcancer work, how they're taken, and their side effects.

September 24 | 1PM EST

🔗 to register: https://fightcrc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XF8-8tNnSwuCqCBRJKMAHw

TY to Taiho O...!

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 23d

It's #HispanicHeritageMonth (Sept 15–Oct 15)! A time to uplift Hispanic voices, stories, and health. But we still have work to do.

Hispanic men and women are screened for #colorectalcancer at lower rates, and #FightCRC is committed to closing the gap. 💙 #HealthEquity

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · 26d

Your care, your choice. ❤️ Use our Provider Finder to search for colorectal cancer specialists near you and feel confident in your treatment plan. Start here: https://fightcolorectalcancer.org/resource/patient-provider-finder/

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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network @pancan.bsky.social · Sep 5

Cancer research isn't a budget line item. It's a lifeline. 🔬

ZERO Prostate Cancer, @fightcrc.bsky.social, @lungevity.bsky.social, PanCAN, @aacicancer.bsky.social + @susangkomen.bsky.social join forces to urge sustained federal funding that fuels progress + saves lives.

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AACI @aacicancer.bsky.social · Sep 4

Cancer research is not a line item. It’s a lifeline. ZERO Prostate cancer, @fightcrc.bsky.social @lungevity.bsky.social @pancan.bsky.social, AACI_Cancer + @susangkomen.bsky.social join forces to urge sustained federal funding that fuels progress + saves lives. Read more: conta.cc/3HRf2ab

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Sep 4

Have you had #biomarker testing? Do you know what it is—or what your results mean for treatment? If you answered no to any of these, it's time to join Biomarker School in our Community of Champions!

Start learning today: community.fightcrc.org/spaces/12184...

Community of Champions

Together, we are creating an empowered community of relentless champions of hope. It takes passionate, informed people to advocate. We believe this advocacy will lead to research. We expect research t...

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Sep 2

Research gave Bill more time and hope. But right now, the National Institute of Health is funding fewer cancer grants, and a proposed budget cut could slash research by 40%.

Take Action:
https://fightcolorectalcancer.org/advocacy/public-policy/message-congress/

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 29

Only 3 days left to take part in our Local Drop-Off Challenge! 💙
Hand deliver a letter to your lawmaker and help get #CRC on their radar. Join the Community of Champions to get started—it's quick, impactful, and easy to do a...
https://community.fightcrc.org/share/4RP9CPqgksLmkE7Z?utm_source=manual

Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 27

The Division of Cancer Prevention and Control is at risk & so are the lives it helps save. Advocates are hand-delivering letters to lawmakers to show them what's at stake.

Join our Community of Champions to get the full toolkit: https://community.fightcrc.org/posts/88086447?utm_source=manual

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 26

New #ClinicalTrials updates! Our Medical Advisory Board & RATS team curated August's top research highlights—covering BRAF, KRAS, and MSS biomarkers. These findings could shape treatment decisions and trial eligibility.

Read the full... https://fightcolorectalcancer.org/blog/august-clinical-trials/

Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 15

Ostomy systems are NOT one-size-fits-all, and your voice matters.

We're proud to stand with @uoaa-ostomy.bsky.social to protect access to the right ostomy supplies for every ostomate.

Tell CMS why this matters to you. Deadline August 29.
www.votervoice.net/FightCRC/cam...

Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 15

How would you feel about not being able to get the ostomy supplies that work best for your body?

That's what could happen to many ostomates if the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) moves forward with a proposed change putting cost over personal medical needs.

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CCnDoc @ccndoc.bsky.social · Aug 5

@ccndoc.bsky.social Collab with @fightcrc.bsky.social | My Badass Life - Fight CRC Edition: Top 10 LARS SWAPS - PT 2

#LARS #RectalCancer #ColorectalCancer #MyBadassLife #BadASS #CancerSurvivor #SoulSassNBadass #Poopologist

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CCnDoc @ccndoc.bsky.social · Aug 4

CCnDoc Collab with Fight Colorectal Cancer … My Badass Life - Fight CRC Edition: Top 10 LARS SWAPS - PT 1 #LARS #RectalCancer #ColorectalCancer #MyBadassLife #BadASS #CancerSurvivor #SoulSassNBadass #Poopologist

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Fight Colorectal Cancer @fightcrc.bsky.social · Aug 9

In 2018, the CRC screening age dropped from 50 to 45—a major win for early detection. 💪

Fight CRC helped make it happen and continues to lead efforts to understand rising rates in young adults.

If you're 45+, call your doc it's time to get screened!