June 2026 Newsletter

June marks Uterine and Endometrial Cancer Awareness Month, a time to reflect and help raise awareness about the realities of advanced uterine and endometrial cancers. We are also excited to introduce our new Webinar Recordings Library, making it easier than ever to access educational content and expert insights from across the abdominal cancers community on your own schedule.


Looking ahead, we invite you to learn more about our upcoming Annual Golf Outing (in Maryland) and Helicopter Ball Drop (virtual), which help advance the Alliance's mission while bringing together supporters from across our community. And we invite you to join our upcoming Awareness Month Campaigns in August (appendix cancer) and September (ovarian cancers and peritoneal mesothelioma) to raise awareness about these cancers and what we can do about peritoneal spread. You'll also find a powerful survivor story from Tim, whose experience reminds us of the resilience and strength found throughout our community.


Thank you for being part of the Alliance community. We hope you enjoy and find these resources informative, inspiring, and helpful.


The Alliance Team

Updates from the Alliance

June is Uterine Sarcoma and Endometrial Cancer Awareness Month

June is Uterine and Endometrial Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the most common gynecologic cancer in the United States. Understanding the signs and symptoms—such as abnormal vaginal bleeding, spotting, or discharge—can help lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment. This month, we honor those affected by uterine and endometrial cancers and encourage conversations about risk factors, symptoms, and the importance of seeking medical care when something doesn't feel right.

Join Our Upcoming Awareness Month Campaigns in August and September

The need for awareness, support, and mobilization is urgent. Most people - patients, caregivers, doctors, and hospitals - don’t know enough about abdominal cancers and how to treat them.


Join our campaigns this August for Appendix Cancer Awareness Month to spread the word about this rare cancer, or in September for Ovarian Cancers and Peritoneal Mesothelioma Awareness Month.

By joining with the Alliance and raising awareness, you are helping to get more patients and families to the care they need!

New Resource Now Available: Webinar Recordings

Looking for information sessions about abdominal cancers?


Perhaps from trusted partners across the abdominal cancers community?


This library offers free access to a growing collection of webinar recordings from the Alliance as well as our partner organizations. Covering topics such as treatment advances, survivorship and quality-of-life topics, clinical trials, and patient support, these on-demand videos make learning from leading experts accessible whenever it's convenient for you.

Join our annual Helicopter Ball Drop and win from anywhere!

Take part in the Abdominal Cancers Alliance's exciting helicopter ball drop event! Can't make it in-person to our September events in Baltimore? Join this yearly virtual fundraiser to support the Abdominal Cancers Alliance from across the United States or where ever you may be. No need to be present to win!

Save Your Spot for Our 17th Annual Golf Outing!

Join us for a beautiful day out on the greens in support of the fight against abdominal cancers. Your support helps us advance our work supporting patients and caregivers facing these cancers: from navigating to the specialized care they need, to supporting them throughout their cancer journey!

Webinar Recording Available: Stomach cancer and peritoneal metastasis: Advancing treatment through clinical trials

Stomach cancer metastasis to the peritoneum is an extremely challenging problem often associated with limited treatment options and poor outcomes. Advances in treatment require introduction of alternate treatment options though clinical trials. This webinar will discuss the current options and clinical trials in the US.

Story of the Month

My Journey Through Appendix Cancer and My Tips to Others

What started as a suspected case of appendicitis on Halloween 2024 quickly spiraled into a confusing medical ordeal. When I went for surgery to have my appendix removed, there was a note in MyChart about a "possible malignancy" and removal of the right side of my colon which left me thunderstruck even though the surgeon indicated that it was probably nothing.

We want to give others hope! We all have a story to tell, and we would be honored to share yours. Join us in raising awareness and send us your story today!

Share your Story

Research Spotlights

Understanding Quality of Life After Cytoreductive Surgery and HIPEC for Peritoneal Metastases

Peritoneal metastases occur when cancer spreads to the lining of the abdomen (the peritoneum). This can happen with cancers such as colorectal, appendiceal, gastric (stomach), ovarian cancers, and peritoneal mesothelioma. Historically, patients with peritoneal metastases had very limited treatment options and poor survival.

Short-Term Fasting Around Chemotherapy May Improve Treatment Response in High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer

This pilot randomized study investigated whether short-term fasting around chemotherapy could enhance treatment response for advanced High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer.

From Our Partners

Managing Health Insurance Transitions: Webinar with Triage Cancer

July 22 at 1:00pm ET

We're happy to support our partner, Triage Cancer, and their July 22 webinar on Managing Health Insurance Transitions. 


Life changes that impact your access to health insurance can feel stressful. This webinar will cover common health insurance transitions, to ensure you stay covered. This includes moving between employer plans, options after losing an employer plan, and switching insurance when relocating. It will also address changes between Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace plans, along with key factors to consider when comparing multiple coverage options.

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Join the Patient and Caregiver Network


Be a part of our dedicated network connecting patients and caregivers. Our mission is to save lives and improve quality of life by fostering a community where individuals can share experiences and find support in the face of rare and advanced gastrointestinal and gynecologic cancers.

We are on a mission to see that every abdominal cancer patient receives appropriate and timely care throughout their cancer journey through Awareness, Connection, and Navigation. Your gift fuels that mission!


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