Patient & Caregiver Stories

Esteban Garcia

"Be informed, stay active/exercise, and advocate for yourself."

Rachel Meuser

"The worst part of getting screened is the prep, but it not that bad. The procedure itself is very easy. Early detection is key in this battle. Always find the good. Although my neuropathy has caused me my fingers and feet to go numb, I am still able to enjoy walks with my dog. Live your life to the fullest on the recovery weeks. NEVER GIVE UP!"

Rebecca Taylor

"Do not hesitate to talk to your doctor and asked to be screened. It can save your life and is far better than having to endure surgery and treatments needed if you have advanced stage cancer."

Jessica Bishop

"The sooner you find out anything, the sooner you can attack it! Believe and talk to GOD. That is the only thing that has helped me."

Margaret Mullaney

"You know when something is wrong...you just know. Take action without delay, and you could very well save your own life."

Velvet Fall

"Keep fighting. Never give up. Share your story, so others can learn and be aware. Always be your own advocate, don’t wait on the doctors!"

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!"

Corinne Hernandez

"Please don't be afraid."

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."