

Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Mar 4, 2025
This week, a passionate nurse shares her family's journey through Lynch syndrome and the urgency of colon cancer awareness. Engagingly candid, she highlights the lifesaving power of early detection and screenings. The discussion tackles the often-taboo topics of bowel health with humor, making it relatable. She also shares innovative at-home screening options and personal anecdotes that emphasize the emotional toll of cancer. It's a heartfelt call to action for proactive health management and breaking the stigma around these crucial conversations.
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Get Screened
- Schedule your annual physical and necessary colon cancer screenings.
- Listen to your doctor's recommendations about when to get screened.
Lynch Syndrome
- The caller has Lynch syndrome, a genetic mutation increasing colon cancer risk by 80%.
- She gets a colonoscopy every year since age 27 due to this increased risk.
Colonoscopy Prep
- Colonoscopy prep involves drinking a gallon of GoLytely to clear out the bowels.
- This causes frequent, liquid bowel movements for several hours.