Stories of colorectal cancer and hope
A colorectal cancer diagnosis can be daunting, but hope endures.
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From stage III to NED
Gabriel, once a stage III patient with more than 100 polyps in his colon, is now living without evidence of disease.
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Healing the trauma of CRC
Deondre was diagnosed with stage II colorectal cancer. He is now a survivor and life coach, using his story to inspire others.
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Saved by her kids and community
The sudden weight loss Dawn experienced was seen as a silver lining, not a red alert. Fortunately, her loved ones stepped in.
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Volunteer spotlight: Nancy Pope
Get to know Colorectal Cancer Alliance volunteer Nancy Pope and consider being a service to the community yourself.
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Don Shippey: from stage IV to six years cancer-free after receiving HAI pump
Don Shippey was 55 years old in 2016 when he decided he’d been putting off his colonoscopy long enough.
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Chris Amos: a patient in a family of survivors
Though facing a colorectal cancer (CRC) diagnosis isn’t easy, Chris continues to show up with grace and courage as he moves through his journey to wellness.