Children younger than 9 years of age who are receiving Influenza. vaccine for the first time should receive 2 doses this season. See current influenza recommendations for other factors affecting the decision to. administer one vs. two doses to children younger than 9 years.
Chemotherapy drugs. The most common chemotherapy drugs used to treat colorectal cancer are: 1  5-fluorouracil (5-FU, Adrucil). 2  given by intravenous intravenousWithin or into a vein (a blood vessel that carries blood from tissues and organs in the body to the heart). 3  injection, either intermittently or as a continuous infusion.
Colorectal cancer is both preventable and treatable if detected early. Studies show that regular screening could prevent one-third of colorectal cancer deaths in the U.S. The five-year survival rate is 90% if detected early. Screening tests that look for and remove polyps and lesions in the colon can prevent colorectal cancer.