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Telehealth: What You Need to Know

Neuro-oncology experts from NCI share what telehealth is, the benefits and limitations, how to prepare, and what to expect during and after your visit.

What are Tumor Markers?

Learn about tumor markers and their importance to cancer diagnosis and treatment.

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Questions about Cancer and COVID-19?

Contact us for personalized and confidential information about cancer and COVID-19 for patients and their loved ones.

Your Guide to Cancer

Cancer Basics

Newly Diagnosed

Treatment

Learn more about treatment

Coping with Cancer

Supportive information on managing the physical and emotional effects of cancer and treatment for both patients and caregivers.

Advanced Cancer

Information to help with talking about and coping with advanced cancer, making choices about care, and planning for the end of life.

Managing Cancer Care

Information on choosing a doctor or treatment facility, home care, financial help, insurance coverage, end-of-life planning, and resources to help you avoid scams.

Colorectal Cancer Statistics | Did You Know?

Learn about the rates of new cases, survival, and deaths from colorectal cancer in the U.S. This video also describes the symptoms and risk factors for this cancer and the role of screening.