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An informed patient is an empowered patient! We strive to keep you updated on the latest news in the kidney cancer community – patient education events, celebrations, research news, and advocacy opportunities. Thank you for being part of our community.

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From the Heart to the Hill: Advocating for Kidney Cancer Research Funding

Spring Advocacy : By the Numbers KidneyCAN is thrilled to announce the success of our Spring Advocacy Days event, which took place on March 13th in person in Washington, D.C., and on March 14th virtually. We are grateful for the 186 confirmed meetings with...

Chuck Stravin: “With Time Comes Hope”

Chuck Stravin is married to his high school sweetheart, Liz, and lives in Quincy, Massachusetts, just south of Boston. Diagnosed with advanced renal cancer in 2015, Chuck is beating the odds and has become a passionate advocate for kidney cancer research funding. ...

Lenny and Phyllis: “We Need to Keep Up the Fight”

Phyllis was diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2012. Tumors were found on both kidneys and treated with surgery. Her cancer progessed to stage IV in 2014, but Phyllis says, "Here I am, ten years later! Life has changed, but it is good!" For this month's Community...

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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KidneyCAN publishes six newsletters a year. We share the latest research news, inspiring patient and researcher stories, and KidneyCAN events — Kidney Cancer Research Summit, Town Halls, and other patient education and clinical trial opportunities.

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KidneyCAN August Research News and Updates for Kidney Cancer

February 2023

2023 has come roaring in, and we have so much to share with you in this newsletter! Read on for all the kidney cancer updates:

  • Town Hall event recap (and save the date for our next event)
  • The latest research news from ASCO #GU23
  • Spring Kidney Cancer Advocacy Days
  • March Kidney Cancer Awareness Month
    Community Spotlight
  • KCRS23: Call for Abstracts
KidneyCAN June Research News and Updates for Kidney Cancer

December 2022

Here Comes 2023!
As 2022 winds down, we want to reflect on some of the highlights as we pursued our mission to accelerate cures for kidney cancer.
KidneyCAN hosted three patient-focused Town Hall events, two Facebook Live webinars, and participated in many other educational events to help patients and caregivers connect to support and resources.

KidneyCANOctober Research News and Updates for Kidney Cancer

October 2022

So many reasons to be hopeful! KidneyCAN’s first annual Rock the Run fundraiser, with amazing patient stories. The 4th Kidney Cancer Research Summit — recap, research highlights, video, and registration for KCRS23. ESMO research highlights in patient-friendly language. Community spotlight: Deb Beyhan, our legislative patient advocate, and her story of fighting stage IV kidney cancer for six years and counting. Read for all the latest news and updates!

KidneyCAN August Research News and Updates for Kidney Cancer

August 2022

2022 Kidney Cancer Research Summit.
We are getting closer to our annual research conference, KCRS22, where KidneyCAN gathers many of the best kidney cancer researchers in the world to share their work and collaborate.
KCRS is a meeting focused on basic science, translational, and clinical research in kidney cancer. All are welcome to join us virtually for the hybrid event: patients, caregivers, doctors, and researchers.

KidneyCAN June Research News and Updates for Kidney Cancer

June 2022

Clinical Trials for Kidney Cancer Patients
Will you need early access to new drugs at some point in your care? NOW is the time to start learning about clinical trials and when they might be right for you. Trial candidates include patients starting their first treatment, or patients who have progressed through many treatment options. Only about half of all kidney cancer patients report having a trial suggested as an option.

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Chuck Stravin: “With Time Comes Hope”

Chuck Stravin: “With Time Comes Hope”

Chuck Stravin is married to his high school sweetheart, Liz, and lives in Quincy, Massachusetts, just south of Boston. Diagnosed with advanced renal cancer in 2015, Chuck is beating the odds and has become a passionate advocate for kidney cancer research funding.   For this month's Community...

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From the Heart to the Hill: Advocating for Kidney Cancer Research Funding

From the Heart to the Hill: Advocating for Kidney Cancer Research Funding

Spring Advocacy : By the Numbers KidneyCAN is thrilled to announce the success of our Spring Advocacy Days event, which took place on March 13th in person in Washington, D.C., and on March 14th virtually. We are grateful for the 186 confirmed meetings with representatives from 42 states, including...

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From the Heart to the Hill: Advocating for Kidney Cancer Research Funding

From the Heart to the Hill: Advocating for Kidney Cancer Research Funding

Spring Advocacy : By the Numbers KidneyCAN is thrilled to announce the success of our Spring Advocacy Days event, which took place on March 13th in person in Washington, D.C., and on March 14th virtually. We are grateful for the 186 confirmed meetings with representatives from 42 states, including...

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Chuck Stravin: “With Time Comes Hope”

Chuck Stravin: “With Time Comes Hope”

Chuck Stravin is married to his high school sweetheart, Liz, and lives in Quincy, Massachusetts, just south of Boston. Diagnosed with advanced renal cancer in 2015, Chuck is beating the odds and has become a passionate advocate for kidney cancer research funding.   For this month's Community...