ASCENSIONÂ ST. VINCENT TO OFFER FREE COLON SCREENINGS IN MONTH OF APRILÂ
For April, Ascension St. Vincent will be offering free colon cancer screenings to Evansville residents. The kits are an at-home, stool-based screening and are available to adults ages 45-75.
Evansville native Christy Bayer knows all too well how important colon cancer screening is. In 2015, Bayer was diagnosed with colon cancer after experiencing blood in the stool, lethargy, and pain.
Following her diagnosis, Bayer had surgery to remove cancer and 12 rounds of chemo. Two years later, cancer was found in her abdominal wall. They believed this to have originated in her colon. After surgery, radiation, and other recurrences, Christy is finally cancer-free today. She urges everyone to take their health seriously and keep up on regular screenings.
Colorectal cancer is highly preventable. If detected early, it is one of the most curable forms of cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends that people at average risk of colorectal cancer start regular screening at age 45 through 75.
Those who would like to take advantage of the free screening can do so by calling 812-485-4308 between April 1-30.
Footnote: Christy and her physician, Dr. Sheri Ziegler, an oncologist at Ascension St. Vincent Evansville, are available for interviews to share more about this story and the importance of colon cancer screenings. Please reply to set up a time.Â
