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    Diagnosed at 17

    At 17, most teenagers are a hub of energy, busily taking on the challenges of college prep, managing friends and a budding social life. For Jessica Joseph, a stage III colorectal cancer diagnosis in December 2016 shifted her focus to advocacy on what was once popularly considered an "old man's disease."

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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.

    Janice Johnson: Get Informed & Advocate for Yourself
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    Janice Johnson: get informed and advocate for yourself

    When Janice Johnson started experiencing sudden GI symptoms at the age of 48, a cancer diagnosis was the last thing she expected. In fact, it was difficult for her to even get a colonoscopy in the first place, being that the recommended screening age was 50 at the time (2016).

    Gabriel Leblanc rings a bell while wearing a shirt that says, "Secretly hoping chemo gives me superpowers."
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    Gabriel Leblanc: How the Alliance changed my life

    It’s scary to hear the “c” word, especially when you’re only 36. A million questions ran through Gabriel Leblanc’s mind, but only one seemed to matter. “How was I going to get through this?” Gabriel said.

    Deondre Williams: Healing the Trauma of CRC
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    Deondre Williams: Healing the trauma of CRC

    Deondre believes in the power of positivity, education, living a healthy lifestyle, and the ability to move through the curveballs that life throws at us. Through advocacy and community engagement, he brings powerful purpose to his now cancer-free life.

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    Finding strength in friends, allies, and a will to live

    When Rahimah Phillips was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, she relied on her friends and support from the Colorectal Cancer Alliance to face treatment — and all of the challenges that came with it. Now, she’s managing a recurrence with a strong will to live and return to the life she cherished.

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    Get connected with your allies

    There are many ways to find your community through the Alliance. Try one of our online communities.

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