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Action Plan on Colorectal Cancer for the State of Texas

Contents
Executive Summary
Introduction
 
The Challenge: Colorectal Cancer in Texas
  What is Colorectal Cancer?
Risk Factors
Incidence and Mortality
Prevention and Screening Guidelines
Current Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices
Access to and Availability of Services
Financial and Policy Issues
Current Resources
 
Recommendations
Conclusion
References
Appendices
  A. Texas Counties with Highest Colorectal Cancer Mortality, 1990-97
  B. Texas Medical Association Physician Survey
  C. ACS Division Colorectal Cancer Outcomes, 2000-2005
  D. Windsor Village United Methodist Church LIFE Ministry Strategic Plan
 
 
 

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

 

One of two NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the state, U. T. M. D. Anderson Cancer Center focuses exclusively on patient care, research, education and prevention of cancer. Services for outpatients include the innovative multidisciplinary care centers that first opened in 1996. The Gastrointestinal Center provides specialized care for (among others) bowel, colon, rectal and anal cancers by a team of experts who collaborate to provide a tailored treatment plan to each individual patient.

Contact: U.T. M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77030
Information Line: 1-800-392-1611

www.mdanderson.org

 

 

 


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