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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Five for Friday – Healthy Daily Practices

By Geret Giles | April 17, 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 to Maintain a Healthy Mind.

Five for Friday – Maintain a Healthy Mind

By Rick Pollock | April 10, 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 to Maintain a Healthy Mind.

The Beginning

By Penny Castle | April 9, 2020

Around 9 o’clock on a Saturday night in January 2017, I heard weird noises in the bathroom. I opened the door to find my son…

#stopthespread

By Rick Pollock | April 8, 2020

Our friends at D2 Creative and Mill Pond Communications answered the #UNOpenBrief to help #STOPTHESPREAD of #COVID19. Their answer: an ILLUMINATION to help reduce face touching in the form of a playful 30-second PSA.

CDC Guidelines for Cloth Face Coverings

By Rick Pollock | April 6, 2020

CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission.

Five for Friday – Fight Misinformation

By Rick Pollock | April 3, 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 to Fight Misinformation.

Volunteer Appreciation Month!

By Cindy Thomas | April 1, 2020

Today CCF celebrates what volunteers do year-round. To our volunteers, you truly make an incredible difference in the work, and we thank you! Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month!

Live Webinar: Navigating Your Care in Uncertain Times

By Rick Pollock | March 31, 2020

During these unprecedented times Dr. Javle and Dr. Kelley will answer your questions to help address the specific care, treatment, and access needs of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus: What People with Cancer Should Know

By Rick Pollock | March 30, 2020

Some types of cancer and treatments such as chemotherapy can weaken your immune system and may increase your risk of any infection, including with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Three Tips for Reluctant Superheroes

By Penny Castle | March 28, 2020

Home / COVID-19 / Three Tips for Reluctant Superheroes None of us wanted it, Cholangiocarcinoma has thrust us, kicking and screaming into the role of…

Five for Friday – Do the Five!

By Rick Pollock | March 27, 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, DO THE FIVE to help stop the disease.

We’re here for you

By Stacie Lindsey | March 24, 2020

In this uncertain time, we want you to know, wherever you are that we are with you. Distance and physical separation cannot break the bonds we have made in this community.