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Colorectal CancerHero of Hope

Misconceptions About Colorectal Cancer

Melissa Marshall aims to correct common misconceptions people have about colorectal cancer and ostomy bags and hopes to empower other colorectal cancer survivors to overcome any shame they may feel.
Video Library – January 4, 2018
Melissa Marshall
2017 Hero of Hope Patient Award™ winner
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