Patient & Caregiver Stories
Behind every colorectal diagnosis is a human confronting the unthinkable. In our Champion Stories Hub, you’ll find colon cancer stories and rectal cancer stories. Fight CRC works to ensure nobody fights alone.
Lori Rompolski
"Colonoscopies save lives. Please don't hesitate. Just keep going strong #KGS. Take care of yourself both physically and emotionally."
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."
Welda Varela
"Never, ever give up. Your attitude is 50% of the fight."
Jennifer VanMeter
"You are worth it and turn your pain into a purpose to help others. Never give up. Allow yourself grace and lean on others."
Sarah Dean
"In conclusion, make sure you laugh! It might be an old saying, but it’s true: "Laughter is the best medicine." Also, take care of your mental health, too! When you’re ready, seek out therapy to help process everything."
Jacqui-Bay Slusher
"You are going to be a different person after this. Embrace that and know that some days you will get up and the C word won't even cross your mind.
Rob Douglas
Kristy Segal
Tracy Ten
Rene Cejas
"Keep fighting, Never give up hope. Every day you're alive is another day to fight this disease."
Scott Hancock
"I like to openly talk about my cancer journey and attempt to remove stigmas that I see with cancer. Educating the public about cancer, treatments, challenges, etc. can only help in our fight against cancer. Also, recognizing caregivers is essential. They often get left out of the discussions, but they are often heavily impacted by a loved ones' diagnosis and treatments. They must not be forgotten."
Andy Anderson
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We encourage anyone with a colorectal cancer story to share.
