The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s Blog has been home to a variety of content ranging from patient perspectives to updates on medical advancements. Contributors like patients Christy Landon and Bekki Slater, along with caregivers Dave Fleischer and Jessica Thomas, share news and personal anecdotes. The blog serves as a resource to get familiar with the work of the Foundation. Keep an eye out for new posts as together we explore the world of cholangiocarcinoma and the tireless work towards a cure!

We're always looking to share good news. If you have something you'd like to share, please reach out to Allison Deragon.

15,000 Mile Journey of Hope

By Dave Fleischer | May 3, 2021

I’m planning a 15,000 mile Journey of Hope; a road trip up, down and across the 48 contiguous United States.

Five for Friday – 5 impacts of volunteers and ways to get involved

By Allison Deragon | April 30, 2021

While April is set aside to focus gratitude for volunteers, we recognize and appreciate their contribution every day.

First Inaugural Quack Out Cholangio 5k to Crush Bile Duct Cancer 2020

By Meredith McGuffage | April 27, 2021

Home / Blog / Ever since Janice Meyer’s diagnosis in 2018, she has been passionate in her commitment to raise funds and awareness of cholangiocarcinoma.…

Five for Friday – 5 presentation highlights from our Annual Conference

By Allison Deragon | April 23, 2021

Annual Conference sessions are now available on our YouTube channel and website.

15th Anniversary Auction

By Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation | April 20, 2021

Our 15th Anniversary volunteer committee has pledged to raise $150,000 to help fund critical research into this deadly disease.

Bundles of Hope

By Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation | April 20, 2021

Dear Friends, This year CCF is celebrating 15 years of providing love, comfort, and hope to the cholangiocarcinoma community. We are honored to serve as…

Five for Friday – 5 ways you can get involved with CCF’s 15th Anniversary

By Allison Deragon | April 16, 2021

Join us as we explore our roots and applaud the many individuals and organizations who have contributed to our growth and impact.

Five for Friday – 5 surveys that you can participate in

By Allison Deragon | April 9, 2021

If you haven’t taken the surveys, please take a few moments to complete them. These surveys are very important in our planning for the conference.

CCF Awards $300,000 in Research Grants to Fund Early Career Investigators at Renowned Institutions

By Allison Deragon | April 1, 2021

CCF has awarded the 6th cycle of funding for its Research Fellowship Program.

CCF Presents First-Ever Poster Awards

By Allison Deragon | April 1, 2021

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) announced the inaugural 2021 Poster Abstract Awards at its virtual annual conference.

CCF is pleased to award the 2021 Mark R. Clements Award to Renuka Iyer and Lisa Craine

By Allison Deragon | April 1, 2021

The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) announced the 2021 Mark R. Clements honorees at its virtual annual conference.

Emory-CCF-Ciitizen Quality of Life Survey

By Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation | March 31, 2021

We are writing to request your participation in a research study. The study is being conducted through the Winship Cancer Institute at Emory University in collaboration with the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation and Ciitizen.