6 Ways you Can Promote Colorectal Awareness Month
Posted about 2 years ago in Cancer Awareness
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March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Here are 6 ways you can increase and promote awareness. Please see the attached document for a comprehensive list of resources.
Educate Yourself
- Attend conferences or take an online course
- Check out resources for self-learning
Share the Knowledge
- Give patients literacy appropriate educational materials
- Host a table or event at your facility
Spread the Word
- Launch a personal or professional social media campaign
- Use hashtags like #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth, #BlueForCRC, #GetScreened, #colorectal cancer and #preventcoloncancer
- Create a newsletter, blog or email blast
Make a Fashion Statement
- The first Friday in March is dress in blue day
- Wear colorectal cancer apparel
Reduce Barriers
- Clarify misconceptions
- Help with screening assistance
- Get help from a patient or nurse navigator
Support the Cause
- Advocate for better laws
- Donate money
- Attend a support group or awareness event