In 10 years, a South Jersey woman engaged her tri-state region and fourth largest media market to raise $2.5 million to spread the word about early detection and so much…
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Get Your Rear in Gear events attract local and national legislators, celebrities, medical experts, and colon cancer spokespersons. With over 40 nationwide races, the Colon Cancer Coalition has become a leading source for colon cancer education and awareness. For media inquiries regarding cancer education, Get Your Rear in Gear events, or interviews with medical experts and/or survivors, contact Erin Peterson or call 651-247-4023.
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UPDATE, October 29, 2019 On the anniversary of the recovery of the #StolenColon, the reach of this story continues to amaze. Online stories mentioning the Stolen Colon is nearly 1,200…
Knowing your family history can be key to preventing colorectal cancer, that is why the Colon Cancer Coalition and AliveAndKickn are officially entering a collaborative relationship that will help expand colorectal…
Messages on recycling kiosks throughout the city warn residents not to ignore the signs and symptoms. Blood in Your Stool is Not Normal. Unexplained Weight Loss is Not Normal. 1…
In Minnesota, we expanded our 2017 grant with the Minnesota Department of Health Sage Screening Program to include a pilot patient navigator program with International Medical Graduates (IMG). An IMG…
Today the American Cancer Society released new recommendations for average risk adults to start colorectal cancer screening at age 45. This update is being made as a response to the…
We are excited to launch a collaborative relationship with COLONTOWN®, a patient-led online community dedicated to patient, survivor, and caregiver support. This relationship will help broaden both organization’s reach to…
Symptom Awareness to Save Lives We know the number of colorectal cancer cases being diagnosed in young adults is on the rise. This holiday season the Colon Cancer Coalition is…
Colorectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in Latino men and women combined, and barriers to preventative screening are often the cause of lower than average screening rates…
In Tulsa, 2,884 patients who are at-risk and uninsured are going to have access to free colorectal cancer screening. By partnering with Morton Comprehensive Health Services, Get Your Rear in Gear –…