Colon Cancer - deadly, but preventable!

Most physicians will recommend you begin getting regular colonoscopy's when you're around 50 years old. But don't let that fool you into believing that you are not at risk for colon cancer before that age... just ask some of the people who have posed for the annual Colondar put together by The Colon Club. They all faced a colon cancer diagnosis before they turned 50.


Know the symptoms, don't be afraid to discuss your concerns with your doctor if you recognize them in your own body, and get screened!


Signs and symptoms of colon cancer include:

• A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool for more than a couple of weeks;


• Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool;


• Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain;


• Abdominal pain with a bowel movement;


• A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely;


• Weakness or fatigue;


• Unexplained weight loss.

Join us on May 2nd to help raise awareness of the need for early detection of this nasty disease. We'll be running and walking, getting free massages from Blue Cliff College, eating snacks from Frito Lay and Little Debbie, and listening to some great music provided by Clear Channel. All events will be held at or around the old Tiger Stadium site in Bentonville, and more information can be found at the event website.