You are #NeverTooYoung for colorectal cancer. The Alliance's Never Too Young Program advocates for research and educational advancements to better understand colorectal cancer, while offering meaningful support and community to those diagnosed with colorectal cancer under the age of 50. This program is a critical component for the Alliance’s continued focus on supporting young-onset colorectal cancer patients by providing diverse engagement opportunities. Learn more about the Never Too Young program and how you can get involved here 👉 bit.ly/YoungOnsetSupport

"It started with a little bit of blood with my bowel movements. Not consistent either. I had no pain, no weight loss and even my bloodwork was normal. My amazing primary care team decided to air on the side of caution. During my first ever GI visit, we discussed the possibility of diverticulitis, Crohn’s, and hemorrhoids, which I had never had and figured this came along with being in my 40’s. At the bottom of the list was the possibility of a ‘hemorrhaging neoplasm’. 3 weeks later, I had my colonoscopy. When I woke up, a nurse brought my husband back and my doctor told us I had cancer. At 43, I quit my job and put all my focus in fighting stage III colorectal cancer. After infusion chemotherapy, radiation, oral chemotherapy and surgery, I am officially NED. I have one last surgery to reverse my ileostomy and reconnect my colon. After that, I’m home free. It’s important to know this isn’t an old person’s diagnosis. My oncologist told us that I probably had this cancer for 7-10 years. Don’t brush off the signs and certainly get your colonoscopy sooner rather than later." - Jennifer B. Take our free screening quiz 👉 quiz.getscreened.org