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!
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Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Celebrates 15th Anniversary Milestone
In 2021, the organization will celebrate its rich history and the many individuals and organizations who have contributed to the organization’s growth and the impact it has made in the cancer community.
Five for Friday – 5 takeaways from GI ASCO
GI ASCO is a global symposium that delivers the latest and most innovative science, research, and multidisciplinary educational content in the GI cancers field.
Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Launches Trusted Partners Program
Collaboration is a core value at CCF and is fundamental to the Foundation’s growth and ability to provide high-quality programs and services to the CCA community.
Five for Friday – 5 reasons why you should participate in research with Ciitizen
You are the future of research, and we want you to know that your validated data matters. When you request your health records and share your data with Ciitizen, you are helping us find a cure for cholangiocarcinoma (CCA).
Five for Friday – 5 events to add to your calendar as we begin the new year
We hope you had a Happy New Year! Exciting things are happening at Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) this year, including celebrating our 15th Anniversary and more.
Light It Green for Cholangiocarcinoma
Please help us participate in CCF’s Light It Green For CC project! We are excited to grow this campaign in 2021.
Patient Highlight – Bekki Slater
I am a 40 year old mother of two, Grace (9) and Connor (7). I am incredibly lucky to be married to my best friend and love of my life Jason, who is the pillar of our family.
Eat to Beat Disease
“Let food by thy medicine and let medicine be thy food”. Hippocrates is thought to be the source of this quote, but Dr. William Li,…
Longterm Patient Highlight – Matt Reidy
Matt Reidy was diagnosed in 2013 with stage II perihilar CC. Matt is from Richmond, VA, is married with 4 children ages 12-25. Matt is a retired IT Executive and enjoys wood. working, sailing, water sports.
Five for Friday – 5 impactful ways you can make a year-end gift
As 2020 comes to a close, there are a number of opportunities to support the work of the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Your Year-End Giving can make a long-term impact.
Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Receives a $500,000 Gift, the Largest in its History, from the Scott Family in Memory of Andrea Scott
The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) received a gift of $500,000, the largest in its history, from The Scott Family, in memory of wife and mother, Andrea (Breuhan) Scott, who lost her courageous 18-month battle with the disease in 2014.
Longterm Patient Highlight – Tom Leitzke
My name is Tom Leitzke. I was born and raised in Sandusky, Ohio, and was living as an expatriate in Japan, managing global operations for a publicly-traded robotics company when I was diagnosed with perihilar cholangiocarcinoma (stage 3B) in 2007. I was 58.