CCA Spotlight

National Conference Roundup

We can’t stop talking about the National Conference, from the quality of information presented to the inspiring stories and amazing people we met! We want to thank everyone who joined us in making this year’s conference such an incredible experience. Check out our National Conference pages for speaker presentations, breakout session notes, Sapphire Award winners, pictures, and more.

New CRC Drug Approved by FDA

For the first time since 2006, the FDA has approved a new colon cancer drug. Zaltrap, also known as ziv-aflibercept, has been approved to treat patients with metastatic colon cancer who have failed other treatments. Until it is commercially available, patients can receive Zaltrap through the Expanded Access Program (EAP). This is exciting news for the entire colon cancer community and we will work to keep you updated and informed as this new drug becomes available.

For more information, please call our Toll-free Helpline at (877) 422-2030 or view our Zaltrap FAQ.

Coming Soon: New Online CRC Guide

Next month, in partnership with Survivorship A to Z, we’ll be launching a comprehensive online guide to help patients and families navigate the maze of financial, legal, medical, and practical issues that arise from a colon cancer diagnosis. Learn how to obtain, keep and maximize your health insurance coverage; how to get medical care if you are uninsured; how to turn life insurance into cash and use credit as a nest egg; answers to work issues and more.

The guide will be updated frequently, and we welcome input from caregivers, patients and experts. Stay tuned for the debut of this powerful new tool.

Get Involved

Be a Buddy

Those of you who have been through treatment know too well how overwhelming and frightening facing this cancer can be. There are so many patients and caregivers out there who need support during this time from someone who understands and can help them through the darkest days of the battle. We urge you to learn more about our Buddy program and consider offering your time and friendship to someone just like you. Buddies are matched based upon gender, age and stage of disease. 

Also, if you are in need of support, whether you are a patient or caregiver, please visit our website to be matched with a Buddy. We are here to help!

Legislative Spotlight

ACA Q&A Series

Over the next few months, Crawford Clay, CCA Patient Advocacy Coordinator, will be answering your questions about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in this ongoing series. Email your question to cclay@ccalliance.org for a chance to be featured.

Q: “I’ve heard that under the ACA, all colonoscopies should be covered by insurance. Is this true?” – Robert Nicholas

A: We'd like to say that under the new law, all colonoscopies are covered. However, this isn't always the case. Whether your test will be covered depends on a few important criteria. Read more.

Upcoming Events

September 8 - Philadelphia Undy 5000

September 22 - Piedmont Triad Undy 5000

September 29 - Washington, DC Undy 5000

October 13 - Cincinnati Undy 5000

October 20 - Nashville Undy 5000

October 27 - Dallas Undy 5000