Updates matching "Colorectal Cancer"

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- March 30, 2009 -- Today the U.S. House of Representatives took an important step in recognizing the importance of colorectal cancer screening with the passage of a resolution honoring the 10th anniversary of the first Congressional designation of March as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Congress now

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- March 6, 2009 -- For the first time, more U.S. states have received A grades than failing marks for colorectal cancer screening laws, according to the 2009 Colorectal Cancer Legislation Report Card. Issued today by a coalition of 11 leading public health groups and medical professional societies,

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- February 27, 2009 -- Critical legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, which would ensure access to colon cancer screening and treatment for those Americans who need them most. This bill will build on efforts to improve access to health care and elevate the