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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.

Complete a 5-minute COVID survey for a chance to win CCF Gear

By Rick Pollock | June 24, 2020

The COVID 19 pandemic is the most wide-reaching and devastating public health event of our lifetimes. It has reached nearly every corner of the globe.…

Webinar: Clinical Trials 101

By Rick Pollock | June 23, 2020

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation is here for you! We’ve loved connecting with you each week and hope you’ll continue to do…

Five for Friday – 5 ways you can get involved with Moving for the Cure

By Allison Deragon | June 19, 2020

Each week, we’re going to offer five tips that will help you stay educated, informed and hopeful about all things cholangiocarcinoma.

CCF is holding it’s first athletic fundraiser: Moving for the Cure! Enjoy any activity, anywhere, and raise money for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. All ages and athletic abilities can participate.

This week we present 5 ways you can get involved with Moving for the Cure.

CCF Webinar Series : 6/18 Caregiver Support Group

By Rick Pollock | June 16, 2020

Please join us this Thursday, June 18 for a Caregiver Only Support Group led by Katie Glenn. This session is not recorded and is intended as a safe open forum. Caregivers only, please

Five (really, eight) for Friday – 5(+3) reasons why this is a can’t miss conference

By Allison Deragon | June 12, 2020

For this week’s “5 for Friday”, we changed it up a little bit! We’re proud to present 5 (+3) reasons why this is a can’t-miss conference!

#MapItForward & the Real World Genomics Study Launch!

By Rick Pollock | June 11, 2020

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Register Here What is #MapItForward & the Real World Genomics Study Recent medical advances support the need for all cholangiocarcinoma…

Five for Friday – 5 ways to stand up against racism and injustice

By Allison Deragon | June 5, 2020

Five for Friday was created as a way to provide tips to help navigate you through these difficult times. We are saddened by the recent death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and others.

In an effort to adapt to the current events we have decided to share 5 ways to stand up against racism and injustice.

We know there is work to do…

By Stacie Lindsey | June 5, 2020

Dear Friends, With the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others over the years and the confluence of recent events,…

CCF Webinar Series : June’s Patient Support Group

By Rick Pollock | June 1, 2020

You spoke and we listened! In light of COVID-19 pandemic, the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation created a weekly webinar series to help our community navigate through these…

Five for Friday – Get moving safely now that restrictions are being lifted

By Allison Deragon | May 29, 2020

Each week, we’re going to offer five ways you can fight COVID-19, this week we’d like to share 5 ways to get moving safely now that restrictions are being lifted.

Five for Friday – Getting Involved with Research (from Home!)

By Allison Deragon | May 22, 2020

Each week, we’re going to offer five ways you can fight COVID-19, overcome the fear of the unknown and deal with the uncertainty of this situation.

This week, 5 ways you can get involved with research (from home!)

Five for Friday – Dealing with Financial Worries

By Allison Deragon | May 15, 2020

Each week, we’re going to offer five ways you can fight COVID-19, overcome the fear of the unknown and deal with the uncertainty of this situation.

This week, 5 things to do if you’re worried about your finances during COVID-19.