Patient stories

Debbie refused to let her nomad lifestyle obstruct her health. She took advantage of Cologuard's convenience and got screened for colon cancer while on the road.

Becky knew she had a responsibility to herself and those she helps through her work to get up to date with colon cancer screening.

After a stage III colon cancer diagnosis, Arlene is motivated to live her life with urgency and intention.

Brenda is a colorectal cancer survivor who screened for colon cancer with Cologuard.

When Cindy was ready to screen for colon cancer, she chose a noninvasive option: Cologuard

One story can make a big difference, and that’s all it took to give Dorothy a much-needed nudge to screen for colon cancer as soon as she was eligible.

Elaine makes sure to screen for colon cancer on time, every time. It’s just one of many ways she shows up for those she loves most.

When Gary screened for colon cancer at 54, it wasn’t just because his healthcare provider suggested it or because he was overdue. He did it because his loved ones were counting on him.

Screening for colon cancer made a difference for Greta, who was overdue when she screened. Now she wants to inspire others about the importance of screening on time.

Janet took charge of her health by screening for colon cancer with Cologuard.

Having a noninvasive colon cancer screening option helped encourage Leanne to stop putting screening off.

After receiving 12 rounds of chemo, one of Lynn’s greatest joys is sharing the support that helped her through her own colon cancer treatment.

As a proud retired teacher, Nancy’s mission to share the importance of on time screening is a personal one.  

At 53, getting screened for colon cancer wasn’t on Nina’s radar. After a conversation with her healthcare provider, she was grateful to find a screening option that was right for her.

There shouldn't be any shame or stigma around colon cancer screening. Since getting screened, Robert wants to share the encouragement he wishes he had received. 

When it was time for Susan to get screened again, she asked her healthcare provider about the options that would be right for her – including Cologuard.

Scott, 51, is a colorectal cancer survivor who screened with Cologuard.

A stage I colon cancer diagnosis was a major wake-up call for Scott, who wants others to know there’s no reason to fear or delay getting screened.

Susan is all too familiar with colon cancer, having supported her husband through his own diagnosis and losing friends to the disease. It only fires her up more to stay up-to-date with screening.