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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2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon with Team CCF
The 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon was held on a beautiful, crisp Fall morning on Sunday, October 8.
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – #OctoberIs4Livers
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month, giving the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) an additional opportunity to educate the public.
Bright Spot Network
CCF would like to introduce you to Bright Spot Network as a resource. Bright Spot is focused on helping families through a cancer diagnosis. In…
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – 5 ways YOU can get involved in Rare Cancer Day to help spread awareness
September 30th is Rare Cancer Day – an annual awareness event devoted to shining a light on rare cancers and the issues people living with them face.
Summer 2023 Community Fundraiser Highlights
This summer, CCF community members across the country united their friends, family, and neighbors through a variety of unique and successful Community Fundraising events benefiting…
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – 5 ways to support Moving for the Cure
Moving for the Cure holds a special place in our hearts at CCF. It’s not just a walk, run, or fundraiser
Scientific Update – Bile Acids in Cholangiocarcinoma: A Potential Diagnostic Biomarker
In addition to aiding in digestion, bile acids may contribute to the formation and progression of gastrointestinal cancers.
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – Five New Items in the CCF Store
CCF swag is a great and simple way to raise cholangiocarcinoma awareness.
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – Five Community Member Spotlights
Each month, we recognize those whose contributions inspire us and who demonstrate excellence with their service to others.
🤚🏻 Five for Friday – Five Educational Webinars
Did you know that CCF records all of the Educational Webinars and uploads them to our YouTube Channel?
Dr. Juan Valle Named Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s First Chief Medical Officer
The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation announced the appointment of Dr. Juan Valle as its first Chief Medical Officer.
Scientific Update – Radiation-releasing “seeds” may slow cholangiocarcinoma growth by inhibiting VEGFR2 singling
External radiation has been used to treat cancer for many years, but recent technological advances have led to a new form of radiation from implanted…