09/30/2026
This past weekend, I had the privilege of attending the Research Advocacy Summit in Springfield, Missouri, and I am still energized by what I experienced.
Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers when caught early, yet too many people are still diagnosed late. That is why advocacy matters! Research moves faster, and reaches further, when advocates are at the table.
If you are 45 or older, talk to your doctor about getting screened. It could save your life. Young people Colorectal Cancer is shifting younger: Nearly half (45%) of new cases are now in adults under 65. Incidence has climbed 3% per year for ages 20-49 since 2019.
