Montefiore’s ‘Rollin’ Colon’ helps teach community about colorectal cancer
In an effort to raise awareness about colorectal cancer, the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center hosted an interactive event on Friday, March 28, featuring a ten-foot-tall inflatable colon known as the “Rollin’ Colon.”Held in recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the event aimed to educate Bronx residents about the prevention, early detection, and treatment of the disease, which has become increasingly common among younger adults. Colorectal cancer is cu