Patient Stories

Hear from people who have screened
for colon cancer with Cologuard®

Hear from people who have screened for colon cancer with Cologuard®

Screened with Cologuard
“I can give back with so much reward. I’m proud of my journey…because I’m a colon cancer survivor.”

Lynn

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Randy
As a doctor, Randy knew the importance of colon cancer screenings. After years of making excuses, he finally used a Cologuard test but never expected to get a positive result.
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Colon Cancer Survivor

Yla
The convenience of Cologuard made it easy for Yla to face her fears and get tested for colon cancer, revealing a stage III diagnosis.

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Tracy
As a nurse, Tracy cares for those around her. However, after a stage 1 cancer diagnosis, she realized that she needs to show herself care.

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Colon Cancer Survivor

Meghan
After being diagnosed with colon cancer, Meghan saw the opportunity to help those around her and won’t stop telling others to get screened.

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Colon Cancer Survivor

Scott

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.

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Colon Cancer Survivor

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

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    Becky

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

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    Veronica

    Getting screened was an important step for Veronica to stay in control of her health, and it started with speaking up to her healthcare provider about screening options that would be right for her.

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Leanne

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

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    Robert

    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. 

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Greta

    Screening for colon cancer made a difference for Greta, who was overdue when she screened. Now she wants to inspire ...

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Scott

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

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    Elaine

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

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    Cindy

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

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Gary

    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.

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    Janet

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

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    Colon Cancer Survivor

    Nancy

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

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    Debbie

    Debbie refused to let her nomad lifestyle obstruct her health. She took advantage of Cologuard's convenience and ...

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Dorothy

    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.

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    Susan I.

    Susan is all too familiar with colon cancer, having supported her husband through his own diagnosis and losing ...

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Nina

    At 53, getting screened for colon cancer wasn’t on Nina’s radar. After a conversation with her healthcare provider, ...

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  • Colon Cancer Survivor

    Susan

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

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    Brenda

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

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