Biomarker Testing and Targeted Therapy for Cancer Treatment

This document explains the significance of biomarker testing in the management of cancer and how this crucial information shapes treatment decisions to achieve optimal outcomes. Tremendous progress has been made in treating colorectal cancer over the last 15 years. In the past, all individuals with colorectal cancer received the same standard therapy. However, we now recognize that each person's colorectal cancer is unique, requiring tailored treatment options. Biomarker testing unlocks precise genetic and molecular details, empowering healthcare providers/oncologists to tailor a personalized treatment plan for you.

By Holly Collins|November 29, 2025|Comments Off

Holiday Coping Strategies

Xmas season can bring joy and togetherness and be a joyful moment; but it can also be an emotionally complex situation, bringing feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, and sadness. The pressures of maintaining holiday traditions, coupled with the emotional and physical toll of illness, can make this time of year especially ...

By Magda Field|December 20, 2024|Comments Off

Colorectal Cancer Self-Advocacy Toolkit

Use this toolkit to learn more about self-advocacy and how to provide yourself with the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence in order to be comfortable in asserting yourself and communicating your needs clearly.

By Iris Karry|October 16, 2024|Comments Off

Navigating Supportive Care

Supportive care or palliative care is specialized medical care for people living with serious illnesses. The type of care is focused on providing symptoms and stress relief regarding a life limiting diagnosis. The purpose is to improve quality of life for the patient, families and caregivers. It uses a holistic ...

By Iris Karry|September 30, 2024|Comments Off

DPYD Testing

If you have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer and will be undergoing chemotherapy, discuss DPYD testing with your doctor. Less than 1% of patients taking 5-flourouracil (5-FU) and capecitabine die from their treatment. Learn more about DPYD testing in this resource.

By Iris Karry|September 23, 2024|Comments Off

The Power of Self-Advocacy in Cancer Care

This resource shares information about the importance of self-advocacy and tips on how to become an active participant in your cancer care.

By Iris Karry|September 19, 2024|Comments Off

Questions for Your Doctor

Communicating With Your Doctor Regular communication with your doctor is important. Whether you are dealing with a suspicion, diagnosis or coping with the side effects.

By Iris Karry|May 31, 2024|Comments Off

ctDNA: What is it and how can it help?

In this episode of Tush Talks, Patil Mksyartinian, a Program Manager at Colorectal Cancer Canada, answers frequently asked questions about circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) for colorectal cancer (CRC). She discusses the role of ctDNA testing, how it can detect molecular residual disease (MRD), and options for accessing ctDNA testing. For ...

By Iris Karry|May 15, 2024|Comments Off

Living with LARS Toolkit

Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a collection of symptoms or issues you may have after undergoing a resection or removal of part or the entire rectum. This Toolkit was designed to offer suggestions that may be helpful to cope with some of the issues and symptoms.

By colorectalcc|May 8, 2024|Comments Off

Navigating Supportive Care

Supportive care/palliative care’s objective is ensuring the best quality of life for the patient with an advanced illness. This means that you and your care team can continue to discuss curative measures and determine what best meets your objectives considering side effects, efficacy, and capacity to do activities that you ...

By colorectalcc|May 8, 2024|Comments Off

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