Colorectal cancer survivors over 50

    Continuing your success

    You’ve defeated colorectal cancer — what’s next? Below are resources for continued success — and for giving back.

    Resources for survivors over 50

    Take charge

    Own it

    You've worked hard to get where you are now. Own your survivorship by learning all you can about staying healthy after cancer.

    Support others

    Alliance online community

    Everyone touched by colorectal cancer can play a part in our online community. Whether you need help today or are ready to help others – we encourage you stay active with us.

    Stay healthy

    Monitoring for recurrence

    Now that you have completed your treatment, you and your care team should discuss your follow-up care plan. The plan will include ongoing monitoring for cancer recurrence and should also address lifestyle and emotional needs.

    Support research

    Clinical trials for survivors

    Clinical trials test cutting-edge approaches for treating, diagnosing, or preventing colorectal cancer. Be a part of research while being proactive as a survivor over 50.

    Raise awareness

    Walk to end colon cancer

    Most people don't know that colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the United States or that it's highly preventable — and that’s why we’re turning up the volume on this disease.

    Get involved

    It's going to take every one of us

    Are you ready to take action? Make the mission to end colorectal cancer your own. The Colorectal Cancer Alliance empowers a nation of allies to participate, fundraise, and volunteer.

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    Volunteer spotlight: Greg Schwem

    In this Q&A, get to know Greg Schwem, a passionate and dedicated Colorectal Cancer Alliance volunteer from Illinois, and sign up to be a volunteer yourself!

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