The Gift of Life
Mark was only 11 years old when he was diagnosed with lung neuroendocrine cancer. Here’s how life changed for this husband and dad who is now in his thirties.
This video is part of a series in celebration of the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation’s 50th anniversary in 2018, made possible by the generous support of Lexicon Pharmaceuticals as part of the Fit-to-Fight series. Watch the complete series here, https://www.carcinoid.org/for-patients/videos/ccf-50th-anniversary-videos/.
The Latest News
Help Support CCF during the Holiday Season!
During our first 50 years, the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation has helped tens of thousands of people diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer, loved ones, and those seeking a diagnosis. Have we helped you? Here’s a way to give back.Together we can help CCF achieve its mission of education, awareness, support and advocacy. Please donate today! https://carcinoid.kindful.com/
Call for Nominations: 9th Annual Monica Warner Award (Deadline Extended to December 18)
Novartis has announced that nominations are open for the 9th Annual Monica Warner Award, which commemorates the life and work of Monica Warner as a driving force in the neuroendocrine tumor (NET) community. Nominations will be accepted until December 14 (deadline has been extended to Tuesday, December 18).
The award will honor a patient, caregiver, or advocate in the United States who most embodies the passion, dedication, leadership, and spirit with which Monica assisted people affected by NETs. Read more and submit your nomination
New NCCN Patient Guidelines, Neuroendocrine Tumors
The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation is pleased to share the newly published NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) Guidelines for Patients® Neuroendocrine Tumors and to have endorsed these guidelines, which focus on tests and treatment options recommended by experts in cancer. The 100-page publication is accessible in several ways. Read more
Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy, PRRT: Information and Locations
Since we shared the news of the FDA’s January 26, 2018 approval of peptide receptor radionuclide therapy, PRRT, with Lutathera (lutetium Lu 177 dotatate), more information has become available for the neuroendocrine tumor community, including updates about coverage and reimbursement; information about patient assistance programs being offered by Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAA), the manufacturer of Lutathera; new patient materials from Advanced Accelerator Applications; and locations where the treatment is currently being offered. Read more
Patient & Caregiver Education on Carcinoid Syndrome: Talking to Your Doctor About Symptoms, Diet, and Treatment
Join us for a new educational program designed for people living with Carcinoid Syndrome and their loved ones. This program provides information about:
- how a diagnosis is reached
- what to eat when living with Carcinoid Syndrome
- how to manage it over time
Check out this free program at your convenience: https://www.carcinoid.org/treatment-education/
Below is a short clip from the program featuring NET expert David Metz, MD talking about the signs and symptoms of carcinoid syndrome.
Gallium 68 PET/CT Scanning for Neuroendocrine Tumors — Information and Locations
The US Food and Drug Administration’s June 1, 2016 approval of the Gallium-68 PET/CT DOTATATE scan using NETSPOT® heralded a new age of nuclear imaging in the United States for neuroendocrine tumors. Click here for more information about the scan and locations of where it is being offered throughout the US. We will be adding to the list based on feedback from the NET community.
Clinical Nurse Educator Program Established for Neuroendocrine Tumor Patients on Xermelo
Are you a neuroendocrine tumor patient who is taking or has been prescribed Xermelo? Lexicon Pharmaceuticals is now offering a new Clinical Nurse Educator Program (CNE) available to you at no charge. Click here to read more
CCF Infographic: 6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor or carcinoid cancer? It can feel like a daunting task to figure out next steps and doctor appointments may be overwhelming. You can help yourself or support a loved-one by learning about the disease and preparing yourself for doctor visits. The first visit may be the most challenging, so It’s important to arm yourself with relevant questions. Here we provide you with six questions, specific to neuroendocrine tumors, to ask your doctor. Click here to download the infographic.
Carcinoid Syndrome Website
The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation has launched a website, www.carcinoidsyndrome.org that is a space for everything about carcinoid syndrome – from diagnosis and treatment to news and community updates. This site is a great resource for patients, caregivers, and physicians alike – looking to learn more about carcinoid syndrome. Please visit often and let us know your thoughts as we plan to regularly update the site. Welcome to carcinoidsyndrome.org!
Guide to Understanding Carcinoid Syndrome
Know the signs and symptoms — skin flushing, diarrhea, heart racing . . . it could be carcinoid syndrome! How is it diagnosed, what are the treatment options, what questions should you ask your healthcare provider? Read more in this new publication, Guide to Understanding Carcinoid Syndrome, from Health Monitor and the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation: https://www.carcinoid.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Carcinoid-Syndrome-Guide-to-Understanding.pdf.
Reaching Those Who Are Still Undiagnosed
To combat statistics showing that it often takes 5 to 7 years for patients to receive the correct diagnosis of a neuroendocrine tumor (NET), the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation has partnered with Advanced Accelerator Applications to create an infographic listing common symptoms and misdiagnoses. Please share this broadly in hopes of helping others get the proper diagnosis more quickly. Download the infographic here.
