Walter Hickman is a stage II colon cancer survivor, member of the Grassroots Action Committee (GAC) and an awareness activist. Walter was diagnosed with stage II colon cancer in February 2013 and was recruited to be an advocate by colon cancer survivor and fellow activist Tonya Floyd during his third round of chemo. Walter’s story is featured in the Colon Club’s Colondar 2.0.

After hearing from her first doctor that no treatment options were available to her, Elaine sought a second opinion. After finding out there was treatment available and that she was a candidate for a liver resection, she decided to advocate so others don’t have to face the same trauma she did. Now six years cancer-free, Elaine is working hard in her community, her state and nationwide to make her voice heard.

Evan shares his story to encourage everyone – even those working in the healthcare industry – to NOT DELAY screening. His powerful story shows the critical role insurance coverage and employee benefits can play in preventing colorectal cancer. Evan’s survival story is being shared as part of our commitment toward the national goal of 80% by 2018.