YES, it CAN happen to you
Colorectal cancer is rising in young adults. Screening can catch it early — before it takes another life.
Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in young adults under the age of 50.
Why THis Exists
Andrew Joseph Reaster’s life and passing shine a powerful light on the reality of colorectal cancer in young adults.
- Colorectal Cancer is a silent killer & YES, this can happen to you.
- #1 cancer killer of adults from 20-50.
- There are no symptoms until its too late.
- Andrew was diagnosed at age 29, it was stage IV and untreatable.
- We only had him another 6 months.
- Don’t let this happen to your family.
- It is time to raise awareness.
Get screened before this silent killer takes another life
Screening is simple, effective, and often covered by insurance. If you’re experiencing symptoms or have a family history, don’t wait.
- Find a Screening Location
- Talk to a Doctor
- Check Your Risk
At Home Screening
2San Colorectal Health Test
The 2San Colorectal Cancer Test is a simple, easy to use, in-vitro diagnostic rapid test for the qualitative detection of human occult blood in feces or stool and is used as an aid in the diagnosis of lower gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. This device is suitable for over-the-counter use.
- No dietary prep needed: Use this stool blood test any time without food restrictions.
- Immunochemical FIT detection: Targets human hemoglobin specifically to identify hidden blood in stool not visible to the naked eye.
- Simple at-home collection: Flushable collection paper, a sample stick, and a test cassette make this fecal occult blood test straightforward with no special tools required
- Clear, easy-to-read results: A control line confirms the test ran correctly.
Use code “SAVEABUTT10” to get a discount.
Resources
Dr. Indrakrishnan
Indran B. Indrakrishnan, MD, is a nationally recognized gastroenterologist at Gwinnett Digestive Clinic, PC, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. His passion for cancer awareness earned him unanimous support in a Georgia Senate resolution for his exemplary service to the community, including increasing the public awareness of colorectal cancer screenings. Dr. Indrakrishnan has performed thousands of colonoscopies and endoscopies in his effort to help patients improve their gastrointestinal health.
Publications
All profits go towards colorectal research.
Inspired by a real boy named Andrew Reaster, this story was written by his mom and is a gentle, uplifting tale about courage, kindness, and belonging.
A little zebra named Andrew finds himself in a strange new place where everyone is different, and no one is sure he belongs. Surprising everyone, including himself, Andrew shows the others that he can do everything they can. They learn that what truly matters isn’t how someone looks, but how they act and treat others.
Andrew Belongs: Do Looks Really Matter? is perfect for young readers, classrooms, bedtime reading, and therapy sessions. This story encourages children to accept differences, show empathy, and find joy in being themselves.
In In His Own Time, Andrew’s mother, Kathy Lemoine, shares his story. From early struggles to personal achievements, the narrative honors the resilience that defined Andrew’s life. At just twenty-nine, Andrew was diagnosed with advanced colorectal cancer after experiencing only vague digestive symptoms. The disease progressed rapidly, claiming his life two weeks after his thirtieth birthday.
Through this deeply personal account, Kathy sheds light on the increasing rates of colorectal cancer in younger adults and the serious consequences of delayed diagnosis. This book is both a tribute to Andrew and a call to awareness. It encourages readers to listen closely to their bodies, advocate for timely medical attention, and speak openly about colorectal cancer without fear or stigma.
About Kathy
I am the mother of two children. My daughter is currently a second year veterinary student. Against all odds, my fun and quirky neurodivergent son, Andrew Reaster became a UPS driver at 21 years old. He was diagnosed with young onset colorectal cancer at the age of 29, which took his life within six months of his diagnosis.
Andrew’s main concern was that he would be forgotten. Before he passed away, I made a promise to him that the world would know his story, and everything he accomplished. I intend to keep that promise. I am now very active in raising awareness of young onset colorectal cancer.
I have started this website called saveabutt.com and use Andrew’s Instagram, @lazybum.1le, to help educate people on what is now the number one cancer killer of men and women between the ages of 20 and 50.
It is too late for my family, but I do not want to see any other family going through this devastation. My goal is to educate and advocate in order to save lives.
So who am I? I am a mother on a mission!