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Colon Cancer: Tips for Patients and Caregivers

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http://www.agingresearch.org/content/article/detail/693  External Links Disclaimer Logo

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Alliance for Aging Research

Description

Caregivers play an important role in ensuring that colon cancer patients age 65 and older receive the best possible care. One of the many important roles that a caregiver plays in treatment is facilitating communication with doctors and making sure the right questions get asked. Both caregivers and patients should read this tip sheet and take a proactive role in disease management.

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Review Date

6/11/2007

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