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.

Nov 7, 2023

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Lillian Abreu: Learning about follow-up treatment as a survivor

Lillian Abreu was thirty years old and five months pregnant when she found out she had stage I colon cancer. Thankfully, she was able to immediately undergo a right hemicolectomy without further complication to her or her baby.

Aug 7, 2023

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Vanessa Ghigliotty: Parenting with cancer

The role of single parenthood can be isolating and comes with it’s own challenges. Some people choose this path; others, like myself, wind up carrying the burden of being both mom and dad because that’s just how life turned out.

Jun 6, 2018

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When will I lose my hair during colorectal cancer treatment?

Chemotherapy often leads to temporary hair loss.

Jul 1, 2024

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How being a Black woman affected my healthcare experience

The questions around implicit bias began to paralyze my voice, but I didn’t let them. I was not going to be someone who idly stood by. I was going to be part of the change.

Apr 16, 2021

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Integrative wellness: Supplemental supports for managing a colorectal cancer diagnosis

Finding out you or a loved one has colorectal cancer can be overwhelming. While standard treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation remain the cornerstone of cancer care, many patients are exploring supportive therapies to enhance their overall quality of life.

Oct 4, 2023

Dylan and his father at a baseball game.

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A teen’s tips for coping with a parent’s colorectal cancer

I was used to my dad running five miles a day, but after being diagnosed with young-onset colorectal cancer, he was some days too tired to leave his bed.

Jun 1, 2021