News
The most up to date reporting and breakthroughs in anal cancer and HPV research, and Anal Cancer Foundation’s latest activities and events.
$1.2 MILLION CLOSER TO A CURE FOR HPV-POSITIVE CANCERS
It is with great pleasure that we share with you a new exciting joint venture that we hope lays the groundwork for a cure for HPV-positive cancers. The Anal Cancer Foundation joined with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), the Farrah Fawcett Foundation (FFF), and the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), to announce the formation of a research team… read more
THE 2014 AACR CONFERENCE
From April 5-9, we attended the American Association for Cancer Researcher’s (AACR) annual conference in San Diego, CA. AACR is a global leader in cancer research, and aims to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration. The conference is attended by over 17,000 researchers, nonprofits, clinicians, government officials, biomedical companies each year…. read more
THE 2014 NOMEN CONTINUE THEIR INTREPID ADVENTURES TO END HPV
The NOMAN Campaign NOMAN is an Island: Race to End HPV and Prevent 5% of Cancers raises awareness about HPV and vaccination through extreme sporting events. This year we have two new exciting NOMAN endurance events that will help eradicate the HPV carcinogen: one is a 30-40 day rowing race in the Pacific Ocean and the… read more
Paulette’s Legacy
Today, April 5th, we honor our mother on the four-year anniversary of her death. We lost Paulette Isabel Crowther because there was limited advancement in preventing and treating anal cancer and HPV-related diseases. Our mother’s strength, passion and perseverance continue to be a driving force behind all that we do. Since her passing, we have… read more
Running to Thrive!
Thrivers, caregivers, volunteers and staff gather for a day of thriver events! Last Saturday, March 22, the Foundation attended M.D. Anderson’s S.C.O.P.E. 5K and hosted a thriver meet and greet in Houston, TX following the run. The day was filled with camaraderie, support, and a feeling of togetherness. The run was a morning event… read more
Spring into survivorship with two upcoming events!
Two events in one season for anal cancer survivors and their loved ones! We are delighted to announce we will be hosting a meet and greet in Houston, Texas and our second educational forum will be held in San Francisco, California! On March 22, 2013, the Anal Cancer Foundation will have a table at MD… read more
Let’s Hear it for the Boys
Our very own Tristan Almada, Co-Founder of the Anal Cancer Foundation, sent out a loud rallying cry this week to push for gender neutral vaccination in the UK. Right now boys in the UK are unable to get the jab in the public health system, leaving them vulnerable to three different cancers including anal, penile,… read more
2014 – the Year You Make a Difference
With the New Year, come new possibilities for engagement and participation with the Anal Cancer Foundation. Many New Year’s resolutions come and go, but engaging with the foundation will have a lasting impact. We are extremely fortunate that so many of our community members reach out to us and ask, “How can I help?” At… read more
Stand Up to Cancer & The Farrah Fawcett Foundation
Since the inception of the Anal Cancer Foundation, we have placed scientific advancement for HPV-related cancers at the heart of our efforts. To continue this central aim, we are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) and the Farrah Fawcett Foundation (FFF) in a $1.2M grant for HPV-related cancer research. With… read more
