Rivesville, WV Colon Cancer Survivor to appear in national campaign for those under 50 being diagnosed with Colorectal Cancer in National Magazine, “On the Rise”

February 22, 2019 -- Behind a message of “On the Rise,” a national magazine highlighting young adults under the age of 50 being diagnosed at an alarming rate with colorectal cancer. Rivesville resident, Lisa Johnson will be one of nine people featured in this national magazine publication.  Johnson was diagnosed with colon cancer in her early 20’s. Lisa has been declared NED, or No Evidence of Disease and is thriving, becoming a state and national advocate for colon cancer prevention and awareness, and highlights her personal story for The Colon Club. In addition, Johnson and the other models featured in this year’s publication of “On the Rise” will join forces with Fight CRC in Washington D.C. in March 2019, to lobby for additional cancer research funds and policy change for colon cancer prevention.

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cancer killer in the U.S. of men and women combined. Johnson battled her disease undergoing chemotherapy, multiple surgeries, and ongoing treatments for over a year, before being declared No Evidence of Disease (NED). Johnson is working to spread colorectal cancer advocacy with the hopes that her story will help save lives.

“After undergoing so much with my diagnosis and ongoing treatments, I didn’t realize I still had healing that I needed. The Colon Club, the retreat and learning advocacy has saved my soul and changed my life. Together, we are continuing to spread awareness of Young Onset Colorectal Cancer Awareness,” Johnson said.

Johnson’s story is one of nine stories published in the 2019 publication of “On the Rise.” This magazine published by The Colon Club, allows for young people, under the age of 50, to share their colon cancer story. The national non-for-profit organization features survivors and caregivers to share their experiences of being diagnosed with the second most deadly cancer out there.

Trish Lannon, the president of The Colon Club shared: “Lisa is a quiet soul, but seeing advocacy, awareness, and connecting with others with early onset colorectal cancer has been a special thing to watch unfold. Lisa is passionate to turn her story and its devastating trials into good, allowing her voice to speak for the legislation changes we need, proactive screenings, and demanding others listen to their bodies and their symptoms. Lisa is a true miracle walking this Earth with all she has been through. We are excited to watch her help others through her positive and persistent spirit.”

To learn more about The Colon Club, please visit their website: www.colonclub.com

 

About Colorectal Cancer

Colon and rectal cancers (colorectal cancer) make up the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among men and women combined. Each year there’s over 130,000 cases and 50,000 deaths. The disease is preventable with screening, and 90 percent curable in most cases. One in 20 people will be diagnosed with the disease. Although incidence rates over the past decade have decreased among those age-eligible for screenings, early-onset colorectal cancer (occurrences in those under age 50) are on the rise. Discussions with a doctor about screening and knowledge of signs and symptoms are critical steps for prevention.

About The Colon Club

The Colon Club connects young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer so they never have to feel alone. Our mission is to educate as many people as possible, specifically young adults, educating them about the risk factors, genetic precursors, and symptoms of colorectal cancer, and for people to get screened when it is appropriate for them.