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In
1999, Congress designated March to be National Colorectal Cancer Awareness
Month. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the American
Cancer Society, the American Gastroenterological Association, National
Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) and others produced broadcast
messages and print materials, special events and promotional efforts
to raise public awareness about risk factors and prevention strategies.
NBC Today Show co-anchor Katie Couric collaborated with cancer fundraiser
Lilly Tartikoff and the Entertainment Industry Foundation to establish
the National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance, not only to advance
research but also to increase public knowledge and action on preventive
testing. Dr. Levin serves as a member of the Medical Advisory Board
for the NCCRA and as chair of the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable
(NCCRT).
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center took a leadership role through national, regional and local media events and the creation of special broadcast and print messages to encourage colorectal cancer awareness and prevention.
Contact: 1-877-35-COLON
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