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National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health

Cancer: What You Need to Know Cancer of the Colon

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a detailed description of cancer of the colon and rectum. Includes information on diagnosis, symptoms, stages and treatment of this cancer. Also provides links to definitions of many of the terms used throughout...
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National Cancer Institute: Colon Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive information about colon cancer from the National Cancer Institute.
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Health Talk Online: Colorectal Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about, listen to, or view individuals who have experienced bowel cancer discuss how it was discovered, treatments they received, side effects, and recovery.
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University of Texas: Md Anderson Colon Cancer Center: Colon Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of colon cancer.
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Cancer Information Network: What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Colon

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is an extensive evaluation of what colon cancer is, how it is treated, symptoms, etc.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Colorectal Cancer Screening

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on colorectal cancer screening. The information is set up as a guide to help someone through the process of screening for colorectal cancer.
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Md Anderson Cancer Center: Colon Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides extensive information about colon cancer, including an overview, symptoms, treatment and more.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Colon Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides great information on Colorectal cancer, which includes both cancer of the colon and the rectum. The article includes facts on signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, treatment and prevention.
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WebMD

Web Md: Colorectal Cancer

For Students 9th - 10th
WebMD Health provides a detailed overview of colorectal cancer. Content includes a focus on what colorectal cancer is, the cause, the treatments available, and so much more.