For Immediate Release:
March 21, 2025

County Commissioners declare March
as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners declared March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month during their workshop meeting on March 13.

"My fellow Commissioners and I have recognized March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to encourage people to get screened and raise awareness about the disease," said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. " While Colorectal Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, it is highly treatable with proper screening. We encourage everyone to speak with their primary care physician about resources that may be available to them."

The observance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month provides an opportunity to offer education on the importance of early detection and screening.

“With one in every 24 people expected to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime, early detection is crucial,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, liaison to the Department of Health and Human Services. “According to the American Cancer Society, in 2023 there were approximately 153,020 new cases of Colorectal Cancer and by 2030 it is estimated to be the number one cancer killer for those ages 20 to 49; We encourage those who would like to learn more, or schedule their screening to contact their primary care physician.”

For more information about the Department of Health and Human Services, go to visitmonmouth.com.