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John Stamos and Jodie Sweetin reunite for "The (Second) Talk" with Cologuard® tests, encouraging colon cancer screening
Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today announced a new campaign encouraging people to stop avoiding awkward conversations about colorectal cancer. The company is reuniting beloved sitcom family members, John Stamos and Jodie Sweetin, for "The (Second) Talk" campaign – because when it comes to colon cancer screening, even adults need another trusted adult for advice.
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