Patient & Caregiver Stories

Lori Rompolski

"Colonoscopies save lives. Please don't hesitate. Just keep going strong #KGS. Take care of yourself both physically and emotionally."

Sylvia Martorell

"Early detection can save your life. I am a true testament to that, and I will keep spreading the awareness of how important it is to listen to your body. Never given to this monster of a disease keep fighting we are stronger than what we believe."

Melissa Tkachuk

Carol Koch

"Don’t be shy or embarrassed to talk about colon and rectal cancer. It’s something everyone needs to be aware of and tested for. Early detection can save your life!"

Bryan Wenger

"If you ever need someone to talk to, don't be afraid to seek out someone."

Kathi Heintzelman

"If you are diagnosed, find something to keep you busy after treatment by volunteering to be a voice."

Dana Gianfrancesco

"This journey is not easy, but it can be done with grace and peace. We need each other to get through this because only we understand the PTSD that is created from hearing, "You have cancer." Each stage has its own issues. Find your people."

Natalie Riede

"I discovered the power of guided meditation, hypnosis, and talking therapy, which all gave me the tools I needed to be able to process my emotions, release stress, and anxiety and start living my life again."

Brad Franzen

"Be your own advocate. When I was first having symptoms three years beforehand, I wasn’t knowledgeable or motivated enough to get a second opinion. If you think something is wrong, push for screening."

Tracy Jackson

"You are not alone. Share your story in forums like these. It has helped me tremendously."

Welda Varela

"Never, ever give up. Your attitude is 50% of the fight."

Kris Sharp

"You are stronger than you think! Even if it’s getting up off the couch to change the TV channel, you are strong!"