Publications
Colon Cancer:
Tips for Patients and Caregivers
Author: | Alliance for Aging Research |
Type: | Fact Sheet |
Date: | November 2005 |
Related Topics: | Cancer, Caregiving, Health |
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.