HEALTH

Boulder coach Deion Sanders declares himself cancer-free

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Deion Sanders, head football coach at the University of Colorado and Pro Football Hall of Famer, says he is now cancer-free one year after undergoing radical bladder surgery. Speaking in Boulder in an interview with the Associated Press, Sanders, 58, described how a malignant bladder tumor was discovered during a routine checkup last spring and treated with robotic surgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Surgeons using the Intuitive Da Vinci system removed his bladder and rebuilt a new one from intestinal tissue. Sanders marked Men’s Health Awareness Month by publicly demonstrating the robotic technology and stressing the importance of early detection.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Last spring CT scan reveals bladder mass
Last spring referred to Anschutz Medical Campus specialists
Last year undergoes robotic bladder removal surgery
Last year new bladder reconstructed from intestine
Last summer misses Colorado Buffaloes offseason camps
Over past year continues recovery from cancer treatments
This month joins robotic surgery demonstration in Boulder
This week publicly announces he is cancer-free

Why This Matters to You

Sanders' story underscores the importance of routine checkups. His cancer was caught early, making treatment possible. It's a reminder to prioritize your health, even when you feel fine. Schedule that overdue checkup today.

The Bottom Line

Early detection can be a game-changer in cancer treatment. Sanders' successful recovery highlights the advancements in medical technology like robotic surgery. Worth forwarding if you know someone who's been putting off their annual checkup.