There’s hope for colorectal cancer patients

By Monch Mikko E. Misagal and Johndel S.J. Semilla At first glance, Pia Kasunuran Guerrero looks in the pink of health.  Not skinny or stout, she has a ready smile that flashes a sunny disposition in life. Only two years ago, she was diagnosed with colorectal (or colon) cancer. “There were no symptoms indicating that I had colorectal cancer,” Guerrero, 42, told Manila Bulletin as she started sharing her story after delivering her testimonial in “Bituka: Facts and Fiction,” a lay forum organized by Getz Healthcare and ConvaTec. The event was held Friday in Manila, to observe National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. “As far as my parents can remember, I am the only one in both sides of the family who has acquired the disease,” Guerrero said. Watch Story’s online videoInstructions: 1. Turn on your data or WI-FI network and connect to the Internet2. Scan the QR code. Guerrero, who [...]