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Clinical TrialsPurpose/Mission The Colorado Cancer Coalition's Executive Committee has approved the formation of this new task force. An informational breakfast reception was held on August 10, 2006 at the Colorado Cancer Conference, and more information will be coming soon. Agendas Minutes Contact Info For information or to become involved, call 303-692-3006. Calendar There are currently no scheduled events for the Clinical Trials task force.
Helpful Links Dexamethasone Clinical Trial to Help Control Radiation-Induced Nausea and Vomiting (8/28/06).... Radiation therapy is an important part of treatment for many types of cancer. Unfortunately, it can also produce side effects that interfere with patients' quality of life. These side effects differ depending on the part of the body receiving the radiation. Radiation therapy to the stomach, abdomen, or pelvis can often cause nausea and vomiting. Currently the drug ondansetron (Zofran(r)) is commonly used to control nausea and vomiting in patiens undergoing radiation therapy. Recent clinical trials have suggested that the steroid drug dexamethasone is also effective in this regard, without producing additional side effects. This trial tested whether the combination of ondansetron and dexamethasone is more effective in controlling radiation-induced nausea and vomiting than ondansetron alone. Click here to read the National Cancer Institute's study. Education Network to Advance Cancer Clinical Trials Community Clinical Oncology Program (CCOP) National Cancer Institute Clinical Trials information University of Colorado Cancer Center Working Documents ENACCT Colorado submitted a Pilot Education Program application to the Education Network to Advance Cancer Clinical Trials (ENACCT). The proposal was to increase collaborative efforts among the major clinical trials leaders in Colorado. Read the proposal. C-CHANGE The University of Colorado Cancer Center, in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, the Colorado Cancer Coalition, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, and the Colorado Cancer Research Program, submitted an application to C-Change that describes the commitment of these organizations to design and implement a program of collaboration intended to increase participation in clinical trials across Colorado. Read the proposal. "Enhancing Cancer Treatment through Improved understanding of the Critical Components, Economics and Barriers of Cancer Clinical Trials" -This policy issues identified in the guidance document were discussed during the Clinicla Trials Module that was presented at the Comprehensive Cancer Control Leadership Institute. The guidance document will provide more detail and be helpful to the CCC in any efforts it takes to address cancer clinical trial policy issues.
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