Stephen Garcia begins aggressive chemotherapy for Stage 4 colorectal cancer
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Updated · Fox News · May 7
Stephen Garcia begins aggressive chemotherapy for Stage 4 colorectal cancer
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 7
The former South Carolina quarterback, 38, disclosed the diagnosis on Facebook as a GoFundMe for his treatment topped $116,000.
His medical team started FOLFIRINOX, and he is due to meet specialised liver and colon surgeons after the initial rounds to assess next treatment steps.
Garcia urged people to get checked when they feel unwell, as researchers warn rectal cancer deaths are rising faster than colon cancer among Americans aged 20 to 44.
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