Why this research matters: As a both colorectal cancer patient and researcher, I know that the challenges of cancer don’t end when treatment does. This study highlights sexual and reproductive health concerns that are not rare—but they are often invisible, and can have serious, lasting impacts. Too many patients suffer in silence with issues that are difficult to talk about, and that needs to change. Through this research, I hope to raise awareness, break the silence, and help ensure no one feels alone in their survivorship journey.
