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Latest News
District Days: Asking Congress to Fund Kidney Cancer Research
On August 8-9th, KidneyCAN gathered advocates from all over the United States to ask Congress for robust funding for kidney cancer research through the NIH and CDMRP (Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs). Read on to hear about our goals for this event...
Let’s Get Loud: Spring 2022 Advocacy Days
On March 7-8, KidneyCAN gathered advocates from all over the United States to ask Congress for robust funding for kidney cancer research through the NIH and CDMRP (Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs). Read on to hear about our goals for this event and...
Rock the Run for Kidney Cancer Research Funding
KidneyCAN had the first ever Rock the Run 5k fundraiser in October 2022. This is part of the group of KCRS22 attendees who walked and ran with us at dawn before the second conference day began. KidneyCAN is proud to share the results of the first annual Rock the Run...
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It's been a busy day in DC for the KidneyCAN team!
We've met with key Senate offices in the Appropriations Committee to discuss #FY23 #research #funding for #kidneycancer. Our asks include sustained, robust funding for #RCC research through the CDMRP Kidney Cancer Research Program and the National Institutes of Health. We also want to ensure patients can continue utilizing #telehealth to access long-distance care via the #CONNECT Act.
We want $60 million dedicated to #RCC research. When you support KidneyCAN's advocacy efforts, you help us make this happen!
Please consider supporting KidneyCAN with a donation for your end-of-year giving: https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
#acceleratingcures #fundthecure
Good morning from our #kidneycancer #research #advocacy micro strike in DC!
We have ✨17✨ meetings with #Congress today, targeting the Senate appropriations subcommittee and other key policymakers.
#acceleratingcures #fundthecure
Support our work: https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
On #GivingTuesday, we are asking for your support as we continue the work to accelerate cures for #kidneycancer.
When you give to KidneyCAN:
• You are pushing for kidney cancer research funding.
• You are bringing together the world's best researchers to propel collaboration and breakthroughs.
• You are providing direct support to patients and caregivers.
• You are connecting patients to clinical trial opportunities.
When you give to KidneyCAN, you are giving HOPE to more than 79,000 Americans per year who are diagnosed with kidney cancer.
You are giving TIME to patients living with advanced cancer and finding new paths for treatment.
This holiday season, please continue to support our work by making a donation.
https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
Season of Inspiration: Bruce shares how he stays active doing the things he loves.
"When I was first diagnosed with #kidneycancer in 2017, I was 46 years old and still playing soccer. I had been a lifelong soccer player and played all the way into my 40s. When I lost a kidney to nephrectomy, I realized the risk was a little too high to play a contact sport like soccer.
"I decided to retire from playing but I really wanted to still be on the soccer field and be part of the game. So what I thought about was refereeing. I went a took a class and got certified and became a soccer referee. I referee now on weekends, primarily youth soccer in leagues and tournaments, and I really enjoy still being part of the game.”
Hear more from Bruce, who is a true inspiration for living well and staying active while facing kidney cancer! Bruce shared his tips in a #KidneyCANDID video earlier this year (https://youtu.be/kdnWclM6694), and he spoke at our recent Facebook Live webinar on staying physically active: https://youtu.be/vS5VyVPJTzk
Support KidneyCAN and the patients and caregivers in our community on #GivingTuesday: https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
Season of Inspiration: Debbie shares how her family is the support that keeps her going as she deals with #kidneycancer.
"When times got hard, I turned to God, and I believe He put my support team in charge. My husband, children, siblings, nieces, and great-nieces stepped up to the call. My grandchildren give me a reason to fight; watching them grow up is truly a blessing."
Support KidneyCAN and the patients and caregivers in our community on #GivingTuesday:
https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
Season of Inspiration: Our friend Tom tells us what inspires him:
"My world blew up in January 2019 when I was diagnosed with #kidneycancer. After surgery, I had hoped to join an adjuvant trial but was disqualified due to considerable progression in a few short months, so I began systemic treatment.
"After almost three years on meds, I have been on a break for nearly seven months. Like many people, I found it hard to stay positive, but throughout this chapter in my life, my wife has been a lifeline of consistent optimism. She attends every visit with my oncologist and has patiently listened to me during my wild emotional rants for the past three and a half years."
Support KidneyCAN and the patients and caregivers in our community on #GivingTuesday:
https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
Season of Inspiration: What keeps you going on tough days?
Theda shares: "Living with #kidneycancer keeps me living more aware of my mortality and more thankful to be
experiencing life each day."
Thank you for being part of our community! Support KidneyCAN and patients and caregivers on #GivingTuesday:
https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
KidneyCAN is celebrating #GivingTuesday by kicking off a Season of Inspiration. Living with #kidneycancer is a challenge in the best of times, and the holidays can be especially tough.
We asked our patient and caregiver community to share what inspires them and will share their stories in the days ahead. Our friend Chuck tells us:
"People ask me all the time -- as a person living with advanced, stage IV cancer, how do you get through the day? For me, it's easy: FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE ... the greatest of these is certainly LOVE. How can it not be when I am surrounded by the blanket of love that I am every day? #BLESSED."
Support KidneyCAN and our community of patients and caregivers on #GivingTuesday: https://kidneycan.org/donate-now/
#livingwithcancer #inspired #faithhopeandlove
This afternoon! We are partnering with @NationalKidneyFoundation to discuss physical fitness during and after your treatment for #kidneycancer.
We'll have experts ready to answer your questions!
Join us on Facebook Live, YouTube, or Twitter to catch the feed at 2:00 pm ET.
Link in stories: https://fb.me/e/29q84MSDI
This afternoon! We are partnering with @NationalKidneyFoundation to discuss physical fitness during and after your treatment for #kidneycancer.
We'll have experts ready to answer your questions!
Join us on Facebook Live, YouTube, or Twitter to catch the feed at 2:00 pm ET.
Link in stories: https://fb.me/e/29q84MSDI
