Colon Cancer and How to Prevent It
prevention and early detection. The videos are entirely in Vietnamese, and comes with an English companion guide.
November 1, 2021 · PDF, Video
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FIT Instructional Videos
These videos in Cantonese, Somali and Vietnamese demonstrate how to properly use a FIT kit to collect a stool sample for colon cancer screening.
September 29, 2021 · Video
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Facts About Cervical Cancer
Facts and FAQ handout in Chinese/English and Japanese/English about Cervical Cancer.
October 18, 2019 · PDF
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Colonoscopy: How to prepare with Osmo Prep
UW Medicine’s Digestive Health Center has created a handout with step-by-step instructions to follow before a colonoscopy when using Osmo Prep solution.
March 20, 2018 · Article
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X-Plain Lung Cancer – Reference Summaries
These are reference summaries from a now-retired interactive health education resource. The tutorial explained about lung cancer and was available in Khmer (Cambodian) and Vietnamese.
June 1, 2017 · PDF
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Colonoscopy Test Preparation with GoLytely
UW Medicine's Digestive Health Center has created two handouts to guide patients who are taking GoLytely to prepare for a colonoscopy.
March 2, 2017 · Article
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Use of Modern Technology for Women’s Health and Wellness
Video in Nepali about the importance of cervical cancer screening and related information.
February 22, 2017 · PDF, Video
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A New Life and New Tools
Video for Karen women about the importance of cervical cancer screening.
February 22, 2017 · PDF, Video
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Colorectal Cancer: Routine Screenings (Somali)
This short video in Somali makes the point that colorectal cancer responds best to treatment when it is found as early as possible.
April 15, 2016 · Video
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What are Mammograms and Breast Cancer: A Narrated Slideshow in Somali
Video slideshow about mammograms and breast cancer, with Somali narration and English subtitles.
November 10, 2015 · PDF, Video
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Colonoscopy: How to prepare with MoviPrep
UW Medicine's Digestive Health Center has created a handout with step-by-step instructions to follow before a colonoscopy when using MoviPrep solution.
March 15, 2015 · Article
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Prostate Cancer – Introductory Information
The following series of handouts provides an introductory information about prostate cancer and its symptoms, in multiple languages.
July 25, 2013 · PDF
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Cancer Chemotherapy
Handouts and videos with information about chemotherapy and side effects. Amharic, English, Kmer, Somali, Spanish, Tigrinya and Vietnamese.
July 3, 2013 · PDF, Video
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Biopsy
Handouts and videos providing introductory information about biopsy procedures. Amharic, English, Kmer, Somali, Spanish, Tigrinya and Vietnamese.
June 10, 2013 · PDF, Video
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Resources for Cancer Information and Support – Spanish
A Spanish language resource list including organizations, websites, and phone lines with information and support services available for cancer patients and their families.
July 6, 2012 · Article, PDF
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Promoting Good Health and Preventing Cancer Poster
Poster about healthy lifestyle choices that may help prevent cancers. Available in Khmer and Vietnamese.
April 13, 2012 · PDF
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What is Cancer?
Basic explanation of cancer, its causes and warning signs. Amharic, English, Khmer, Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Tigrinya and Vietnamese.
April 13, 2012 · PDF
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Mammography and Breast Health
Information in Khmer and English about mammograms including what test results mean, biopsies and treatment options for breast cancer.
October 24, 2011 · PDF
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Cambodian Health Promotion Poster
Poster in Khmer and English with facts about cancer in Asian Americans.
September 7, 2011 · PDF
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American Cancer Society Programs and Services
List and descriptions of patient programs and services available through the American Cancer Society. English and Spanish.
May 24, 2010 · PDF
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Understanding Colon Cancer
Video about colon cancer by ECHO Minnesota to help people understand this colorectal cancer.In English, Hmong, Khmer, Lao, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese.
April 5, 2010 · Video
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Resources for Cancer Information and Support – English
A resource list including organizations, websites, and phone lines with information and support services available for cancer patients and their families.
March 16, 2010 · Article
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Chemotherapy Treatment for Breast Cancer
Explanation of chemotherapy for breast cancer in Amharic, English, Somali, and Tigrinya
March 1, 2010 · PDF
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Surgical Margins
Explanation of margins of resection, including definition of positive, negative and close margins. In Amharic, English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2010 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Surgery
Description of mastectomy, lumpectomy and potential side effects following these surgeries.
March 1, 2010 · PDF, Video
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Liver Cancer Patient Education
Information in English and in Khmer explaining about liver cancer, incidence, risk, symptoms, tests, treatment, including illustrations and graphics.
December 18, 2009 · PDF
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Sigmoidoscopy Test Preparation
Instructions for a Sigmoidoscopy Test. Includes instructions for how a patient should prepare for the test. In English, Khmer and Vietnamese.
December 18, 2009 · PDF
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Colonoscopy Test Preparation with Fleets
Instructions for preparations for a Colonoscopy test. Includes instructions for how a patient should prepare for the test with Fleets Phosphosoda. In English, Khmer and Vietnamese.
December 18, 2009 · PDF
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Being a Winner in Life
Educational video in Cantonese with English subtitles designed to increase colorectal cancer screening and promote the fecal occult blood test.
December 18, 2009 · Video
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Barium Enema
Instruction sheet for patients with information on how to prepare for a barium enema examination. In English, Khmer and Vietnamese.
September 24, 2009 · PDF
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Mammogram Instructions
Guidelines for patients about mammogram procedures and doing self-exams. In Amharic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Tirgrinya and Vietnamese.
September 24, 2009 · PDF
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What is a Mammogram?
Brochure about what mammograms they are, what test results mean, information about biopsies, and treatment options for breast cancer. English, Amharic, Oromo and Somali..
September 2, 2009 · PDF
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Cancer 101
A series of educational tutorials in English and Khmer (Cambodian) about cancer. Produced by AANCART.
August 18, 2009 · PDF
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Pap Testing: A New Step on the Path to Women’s Health
A 6 page Chinese/English patient education pamphlet on pap testing.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Having a Pelvic Exam and Pap Test
Pamphlet in Khmer and English describing what happens during a pelvic exam and pap test.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Pap Tests: A Healthy Habit for Life
A Q&A booklet about pap testing in Khmer (Cambodian) and English.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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New Traditions to Preserve Health Pamphlet
A patient education pamphlet in Khmer (Cambodian) and English about the importance of pap testing.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Prevent Cervical Cancer: Take Care of Yourself and those You Love
Pamphlet in English and Vietnamese about the importance of preventing cervical cancer.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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The Preservation of Traditions
Video educating Cambodian women about the importance of pap testing. In Khmer with English subtitles.
August 17, 2009 · PDF, Video
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Good Health for the New Year
This video in Vietnamese uses family discussions to stress the importance of early screening for cervical cancer.
August 17, 2009 · Video
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A New Pathway to Women’s Health
Video about cervical cancer and the importance of pap testing. In Cantonese with English subtitles.
August 17, 2009 · PDF, Video
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Pap Test – An Important Step in Women’s Health
A PDF slideshow in Chinese and English about importance of cervical cancer screening for Chinese women.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Cancer Survivorship
Cancer survivorship statement available in multiple langauges, along with a colon cancer survivor story in Vietnamese.
August 17, 2009 · PDF, Video
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Mammogram Pamphlet
An educational pamphlet about breast cancer and the importance of mammograms, in Chinese and Vietnamese.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Fecal Occult Blood Test Poster
Poster in Chinese, English and Vietnamese displays patient instructions for the Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT).
August 12, 2009 · PDF
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What is Colorectal Cancer?
Series of introductory multimedia education materials about colorectal cancer in Khmer, English and Vietnamese.
August 12, 2009 · Audio, PDF, Video
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Who is at Risk of Colorectal Cancer?
Multimedia resources in English, Vietnamese and Khmer that describe who is at risk for colorectal cancer, risk factors and behavior, and recommendations for lifestyle changes.
August 12, 2009 · Audio, PDF, Video
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5 Screening Tests for Colorectal Cancer
Multimedia resources that describe 5 screening tests for colorectal cancer, available in English, Khmer and Vietnamese.
August 12, 2009 · Audio, PDF, Video
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Colorectal Cancer Information Sheet
Definition and facts about colon cancer, risks, symptoms and screening tests, in English and Khmer.
August 12, 2009 · PDF
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Colorectal Testing Can Save Your Life
Pamphlet in Chinese/English and Vietnamese/English, with Q&A and facts about colon cancer and the importance of screening.
August 12, 2009 · PDF
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Colon Screening
Handout in English, Khmer (Cambodian) and Vietnamese about screening for colon cancer, including lifestyle recommendations.
August 12, 2009 · PDF
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Stool Sample Collection Instructions
Instructions for a fecal occult blood test (FOBT) in Amharic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Korean, Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Tigrinya and Vietnamese.
July 1, 2008 · PDF
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Radiation Therapy
Explanation of radiation therapy, how it works, why it is necessary, what to expect and side effects. In English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Lymph Nodes & Breast Cancer
Explanation of what lymph nodes are, including information about lymph node biopsy and sentinel lymph node surgery. In English, Amharic, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Glossary & Technical Terms
Technical terms and definitions related to breast cancer. In Amharic, English, Tigrinya and Somali.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer: Hormones
Definition of hormones, hormone receptors and therapy in relation to breast cancer. In Amharic, English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Introductory explanation of screening and diagnostic tests, and basic information about common treatments.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Biopsy
Description of and information about breast biopsy in Amharic, English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Chemotherapy Side Effects
Description of potential side effects caused by chemotherapy treatment, including hair loss, fatigue, nausea, and changes in taste/smell. Includes eating tips to reduce nausea and vomiting.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Information Sheets
Information sheets in English and Khmer with facts about breast cancer and Asian Americans, risks, signs and symptoms, screening tests and guidelines.
October 1, 2003 · PDF
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External Resources
Also see Resources for Cancer Information and Support – in English and in Spanish. These lists include information and support services for cancer patients and their families. You can also visit our Related Websites page for a selected list of websites related to the populations or topics covered on EthnoMed.
The American Cancer Society offers information about cancer including prevention, early detection, treatment, and managing side effects in 12 languages in addition to English. The website is also available in Spanish.
Links to quality health information in languages other than English. A resource of the National Library of Medicine. See also information in multiple languages about: Bone Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cancer Chemotherapy, Living with Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Cervical Cancer Screening, Colorectal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Oral Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Skin Cancer, Testicular Cancer, and Thyroid Cancer
Researchers at Fred Hutch played an integral role in identifying the link between HPV and cervical cancers and developing lifesaving HPV vaccines.
From the National Cancer Institute. Patient education about cervical cancer in the Vietnamese language. Includes English version at the end.
La famosa actriz Rita Moreno, médicos de la Sociedad Americana del Cáncer y sobrevivientes reales de cáncer ofrecen consejos prácticos que le ayudarán a tomar decisiones saludables que reducen el riesgo de tener cáncer.
Video in Somali about colorectal cancer, including the importance of finding it early and treating as soon as possible.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is at the forefront of the fight to cure cancer. They are the largest nonprofit dedicated to creating a world without blood cancers. The website is also available in Spanish, and includes information booklets in multiple languages (filter by language and topic).
These culturally relevant brochures in multiple languages are about cancer survivorship and offer resources related to the physical, emotional, and day-to-day concerns of people affected by cancer after treatment.
The National Cancer Institute provides consumer-oriented information on a wide range of topics related to all cancer types. It is part of the National Institutes of Health, so is fairly research-oriented. The website is also available in Spanish.
The Resource Center has information available on different types of cancers, treatments, coping with cancer, supportive care and survivorship issues. See the General Oncology Program Patient Care Manual in multiple languages.