Join the fight against colon cancer


The outlook for treatment has improved in recent years, through surgery or new experimental techniques such as hormone therapy.
5% of U.S. citizens experience this disease in their lifetime, and in some ethnic groups the percentages are even higher.
Screening begins at age 50, but detection steps may be advisable earlier if you are in a higher risk group.
To help you live cancer free, a healthy diet helps reduce risk factors.


March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

Colon cancer, medically known as colorectal cancer, occurs in the colon or rectum. Although one of the most preventable forms of cancer, it is still the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, behind only lung cancer.

 Colon Cancer Star

This can be changed. Through regular testing, making health lifestyle choices, and proper screening and surveillance, experts estimate that as much as 90% of colon cancer cases can be prevented.

The Mercer Island Rotary Club Foundation dedicates a substantial portion of the funds raised through our annual Run Day events to provide funding of these vital, life-saving efforts.

For resources and more information on colon cancer, visit these websites:

The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable

Center for Disease Control and Prevention

The Colorectal Cancer Coalition

Colon Cancer Coalition Run - get your rear in gear!

Early Detection IS the Cure!

We also encourage you to learn more about the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation and programs they offer to support research on these related digestive system diseases.