Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about colon cancer, curated daily by BrightWire.
Lenny Ross has thrived for 15 years after a Stage IV colon cancer diagnosis doctors gave him little chance of surviving. Now he's written a book to help others navigate their own cancer journeys with hope and practical advice.
New research from Sweden shows that participating in routine colon cancer screening can slash your risk of dying from the disease by nearly half. The findings come as colorectal cancer cases surge among younger adults worldwide.
A major international study involving Canadian patients found that just 2.5 hours of weekly exercise after colon cancer treatment slashes recurrence risk by 28% and death risk by 37%. No new drugs needed, just movement.
Scientists discovered that timing might unlock immunotherapy for the 85% of colon cancer patients whose tumors don't respond to current immune treatments. Early results show 26% of these previously resistant tumors responded when treated before surgery instead of after.
Maria Kang built a fitness empire and became "No Excuse Mom" in 2013, but a stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis at 45 forced her to rethink everything she knew about wellness. Today, after surgery and recovery, she's redefining what it means to be truly healthy.
Getting screened for colon cancer just got simpler with new blood tests you can take at your doctor's office. The American Cancer Society added these convenient options to help more people catch this highly treatable disease early.
For the first time, the American Cancer Society recommends a simple blood test as a screening option for colon cancer, giving hope to millions who avoid traditional testing. This breakthrough could save thousands of lives by making screening more accessible.
After surviving stage 3C colon cancer in 2022, retired Army Col. Lawrence Henry faced a recurrence three years later and found hope through compassionate care at UT MD Anderson. His story shows how specialized cancer treatment and doctor empathy can make all the difference in fighting back.
Andy Spary went from stage three colon cancer diagnosis to finishing the London Marathon in just two years. He never stopped running, even between chemotherapy treatments.
Troy Thompson's postponed 2020 colonoscopy turned into a Stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis, but his story is saving lives. Now in remission after 20 rounds of chemotherapy, he's urging everyone over 45 to schedule their screening.
Justin Lewis fought for a colonoscopy at 34 and discovered Stage 2A colon cancer that had been growing for a decade. Now three years cancer-free, the Chula Vista man is on a mission to save lives by urging Black men to get screened early.
A 45-year-old police detective walked into his colonoscopy laughing with his wife. Minutes later, he heard the words "you have cancer" and his world changed forever.
