Ex-college football star diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer at 38
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Key Points:
- Former South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Stephen Garcia announced he has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer and is beginning aggressive chemotherapy treatment.
- Garcia shared the news on Facebook, urging people to get checked regularly and not hesitate to visit doctors when feeling unwell, while also raising over $116,000 through a GoFundMe campaign.
- His treatment plan includes starting with FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy, followed by consultations with specialized liver and colon surgeons to determine further steps.
- Studies indicate that rectal cancer mortality rates are rising significantly faster than colon cancer among younger Americans, especially those aged 20 to 44, with projections showing continued increases through 2035.
- Garcia played for South Carolina from 2008 to 2011, accumulating 7,597 passing yards and 47 touchdown passes in 40 games during his collegiate career.
