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Colon cancer at 44: Michigan dad shares warning signs and why screening matters
ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • • health
Key Points:
- Sean Stalker, a healthy 44-year-old, experienced severe abdominal pain and sudden weight loss in 2023, leading to a colonoscopy that diagnosed him with stage 4 colon cancer before the typical screening age of 45.
- After surgery and chemotherapy, Stalker and his wife Danielle founded End the Trend, a nonprofit aimed at raising awareness, promoting screening, and preventing colorectal cancer, especially among younger adults.
- Stalker emphasizes the importance of early detection and encourages people to discuss symptoms like abdominal pain with their doctors, noting that screening may be recommended earlier for those with symptoms or family history.
- End the Trend hosts events such as charity golf outings to raise funds for colorectal cancer research and advocacy, having raised about $60,000 in the past two years.
- Approaching three years cancer-free, Stalker remains dedicated to advocacy, urging people to appreciate life and prioritize health screenings.
