Colorectal Cancer Voices: Accelerating the Cure, Fast-Tracking Hope

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Other families talk about sports, we talk about cancer diagnoses. I hate that for them… but at the same time they are some of the most empathetic, understanding people at that age.

Anne
Stage2B Breast Cancer Survivor

I had immense support from my friends. I had lost both my parents so I didn’t have parents so it was really that core group of people that that all took the time to come and be with me.

Steve
Gastric Cancer Survivor

While in treatment, I used my time wisely daily. I would make goals for myself, like I would see how many nurses I could make smile in a day.

Marcel
Stage IV Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Survivor

If you're just now learning about your diagnosis, understand that that initial time, that first few days, that first few weeks, maybe a few months - that's the worst time... it's when it's hitting you the hardest... and there's a lot of uncertainty. It's going to suck a lot in the beginning and it's going to get easier as it goes on.

Pam
Stage IV Colon Cancer Survivor

The rug's been pulled out from under you and this has happened and what else is going to happen and you you're almost looking over your shoulder and I hadn't worked for a while and I felt like I had been in that cycle and getting back out there transitioning to working and not being all about appointments I gotta get here and do this

Betsy
Stage IV Cholangiocarcinoma

Latest Stories - Learn from Others Going through What you are going through

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Inspire others by sharing your story. Help advocate for earlier screening, support those facing a diagnosis, and amplify the call for innovative treatments.

How You Can Help:

  • Share Your Voice: Inspire others by sharing your story. Help advocate for earlier screening, support those facing a diagnosis, and amplify the call for innovative treatments.
  • Join a Community: Be part of a global network of survivors and advocates who are reshaping the future of cancer care.
  • Make an Impact: Your story will be featured in our campaign to raise awareness, inspire change, and even reach Congress to advocate for accelerated research.

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Your video will inspire others and be sent to Congress to advocate for accelerated research into potential cures.

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