National Colon Cancer Month

A switch to a more serious theme of March National Months – National Colon Cancer Month. 

Colon Cancer Canada suggests “Colon cancer is the second leading cause of both male and female cancer-related deaths in Canada. In 2013, an estimated 23,900 Canadians were diagnosed with colon cancer.” And, if you think that’s intimidating, nearly half of those diagnosed dies as a result. However, this form of cancer is actually one of the most preventable, as 90% of early detections lead to a full recovery – hence the purpose of the month-long event. 

Starting the discussion, and taking the fear and/or embarrassment away from it can, in fact, actually save lives. And, that’s something I think we can all get ‘behind!’