A second opinion could be life-changing for many Stage IV #colorectalcancer patients. But many don’t know where to go or can’t afford the cost. COLONTOWN can help you find the best docs…and our Second Opinion Fund assists with out-of-pocket expenses. paltown.org/second-opinion/

Thanks to the efforts of COLONTOWN's Live Wire group, our icing protocol to reduce cold sensitivity in patients receiving chemo with oxaliplatin has now been used in 100 Cancer Centers in the U.S.! For more details, visit paltown.org/icing/

Before, during, and after treatment, take care of your mental health. Turn to your community, talk to your doctor, or ask a social worker at your cancer center to find help. #MentalHealthMonth

Join our partners at @patient_story on May 29 to learn about navigating the latest treatments & trials for Stage IV #colorectalcancer . This webinar features a talk with Dr. Cathy Eng & patient advocate Allison Rosen (a COLONTOWN volunteer). Sign up: tinyurl.com/43k2yca3

Remember the days of cassette tapes, big hair, and neon? It might be time to schedule your colonoscopy! The American Cancer Society and the USPSTF now recommend #colorectalcancer screening starting at age 45.

It's Clinical Trials Awareness Month - & we're recognizing the volunteers behind our clinical trial groups! Claudia, a two-time trial participant, volunteers to help 'TOWNies learn about trials & dispel the myth that trials are a 'last resort.' #colorectalcancer #clinicaltrials

COLONTOWN offers several private groups dedicated to helping #colorectalcancer patients and caregivers navigate clinical trials. Join us today: colontown.org/join/

Have a port or a PICC line? Head over to COLONTOWN University, a free educational resource for #colorectalcancer patients and caregivers to learn about chemotherapy treatments, surveillance, and more. learn.colontown.org #CRCVocab

Do you know the signs of #colorectalcancer ? If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor!

TEAM WILD BLUE! Be part of the coolest club in (COLON)town by making a monthly donation of $5 or more and help keep our community going strong. Join today: colontown.org/team-wild-blue/

Check out the Precision Medicine Learning Center in COLONTOWN University! We’ve asked leading researchers – and one very smart patient – to explain what precision medicine is and how it is changing treatment options for some #colorectalcancer patients. learn.colontown.org

It's Clinical Trials Day! Check out the Clinical Trials Basics Learning Center on COLONTOWN University to learn about clinical trials from a completely patient-centric perspective - what do you need to know 1) about your cancer and 2) about yourself?
learn.colontown.org/learningcenter…

Is mental health care a part of your treatment plan for #colorectalcancer ? If you are concerned about your mental health, talk to your doctor or a social worker at your cancer center to find help. #MentalHealthMonth

Rates of #colorectalcancer in young adults are rising - and a new report shows CRC is now the #1 leading cause of cancer death for men under 50 and #2 leading cause for women under 50. For young adults facing CRC, COLONTOWN is #HereForYou

If you or your loved one is facing a #colorectalcancer diagnosis, join our wildly supportive community to connect with others who 'speak your language.' colontown.org/join/ #CRCVocab

Every town needs its superheroes - and COLONTOWN is no exception! Keep an eye out this weekend to meet another hero who helps colorectal cancer patients and caregivers find hope, support, and knowledge. Who will it be??? colontown.org/heroes/ #CTHeroes

Diagnosed with #colorectalcancer - or a caregiver to someone who has? Join COLONTOWN, a free, private online community offering support and education: colontown.org/join/ #HereForYou

Tomorrow: Learn about treatment options and clinical trials for #colorectalcancer peri mets in our next DocTalk with Mustafa Raoof from City of Hope. Sign up here: colontown.org/doctalks/

Calling all Clinical Trial Blazers! We've got some new merch to show off your 'trial' blazing ways. 🥾 Find a selection of hats, shirts, totes, mugs, luggage tags, and more in our online store: colontown.org/shop/

Start learning in The Lecture Hall, a module in COLONTOWN University with 30+ videos on #colorectalcancer for patients and caregivers. “Enroll” for free: learn.colontown.org/learningcenter…