New Discovery: Inherited Gene Mutation linked to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma
A breakthrough by researchers at Case Western Reserve has led to the discovery of an Inherited Gene Mutation linked to [...]
ECAN Launches New, Animated Guide for Patients at Risk for Esophageal Cancer
With animations that illustrate how to prevent, detect, treat, and cure Esophageal Cancer, ECAN, in partnership with the International Society [...]
Potential “Game Changer” for Esophageal Cancer Patients: Vitamin D can Play a Significant Role in Survival for Many Patients with Both Major Types of Esophageal Cancer
A recent analysis found that the use of Vitamin D supplements significantly reduced the risk of relapse or death in [...]
Celebrating ECAN’s Founders
Join ECAN as we celebrate the contributions of all of the individuals and organizations who led and supported ECAN’s efforts [...]
Genetic Game-Changer?
A new study finds that 9% of all Esophageal Adenocarcinoma (EAC) patients have mutations in cancer-predisposing genes, potentially opening the [...]
A Message from our Founder
This week marks 15 years since my sweet husband Monte took his last breath on earth. Still filled with gratitude [...]
Campaign for Esophageal Cancer Research Funding
Over the past two years, more than $11 million in new federal funding has been awarded to Esophageal Cancer researchers [...]
Preventing Chemo Brain? Study Identifies Potential Approach for Common Problem
A side effect of some cancer treatments commonly referred to as “chemo brain” has received increasing attention from researchers lately. [...]
Groundbreaking Study on How Barrett’s Esophagus becomes Cancer
A new study from Great Britain underscores the importance of early detection of Barrett's Esophagus in the fight to stop [...]
A Survivor’s Story
Gary Gilbert of York, Pennsylvania was diagnosed with Stage III Esophageal Adenocarcinoma in 2010. This is his story.