Katie Couric's advocacy for colon cancer awareness stems from the tragic loss of her husband, Jay Monahan, who was diagnosed at age 41 and died within nine months. His vague symptoms were dismissed due to his busy life. Couric highlights changes in screening guidelines, now recommending colonoscopies at 45, and promotes the importance of early detection. During Colorectal Awareness Month, she shares insights gained over 27 years of advocacy, urging others not to overlook symptoms and emphasizing emerging technologies that can aid in earlier diagnosis and effective treatment.
Colon cancer didn't even cross our minds. He of course had symptoms, and in hindsight, I wish we had known what they were.
Two of the worst words in the English language are 'what if.' You don't want to be wondering, 'What if I had gotten screened?' when it's too late.
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