Zach's Story: Colon Cancer in Young Adults

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07/18/23

Zach Douglas, just 38 years old when he received his diagnosis of stage 4 colon cancer, shares his story and how his symptoms were dismissed due to his young age. Susie Douglas, Zach's sister, talks about her 2,500 Miles for Colon Cancer Awareness Campaign, which raised money for the Nassif Community Cancer Center.

Also, Dr. Dean Abramson, gastroenterologist at St. Luke's Gastroenterology, discusses the rising rates of colon cancer in young adults. Nancy Yeisley, oncology social worker at the Community Cancer Center, discusses how she's helped support Zach through his cancer journey and how the money raised from the campaign impacts patients.