Colorectal cancer survivors under 50
The next phase
Young-onset colorectal cancer has unique challenges, even after treatment has completed. You're ready to move on with your life. Below are resources for continued success — and for giving back.
Resources for survivors under 50
Our never too young program
Young-onset colorectal cancer patients and survivors face unique challenges. The Alliance’s Never Too Young (N2Y) Program, with the support of a dedicated Taskforce, is changing how the world sees this disease.
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.
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 young-onset survivor.
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.
Call our helpline
Our Helpline is free and available to support you. Helpline staff members are certified patient & family support navigators who have walked in your shoes
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.
Survivorship
Survivors over 50Top resources
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