For Immediate Release:
April 2, 2026

County Commissioners proclaim March
as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

FREEHOLD, NJ - The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month during a meeting on March 26.

A proclamation was presented by Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone to representatives of Red Bank Gastroenterology.

"As we mark Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we urge residents to be proactive about their health, as early detection remains one of the most effective tools against a disease that affects one in 24 individuals," said Commissioner Director Arnone. "Residents are encouraged to speak with their primary care physician to better understand screening options and preventive care."

According to the American Cancer Society, there were approximately 108,860 new colorectal cancer cases in 2025, and the disease is projected to become the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among individuals ages 20 to 49 by 2030; it is currently the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men and women combined in the United States.

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FREEHOLD, NJ - The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed March 2026 as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month during a meeting on March 26. A proclamation was presented by Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone to representatives of Red Bank Gastroenterology. Photo by Monmouth County Government.