It took me weeks to come to terms with the fact that there were no easy answers. I couldn't change the past or the diagnosis, so I focused on educating myself and becoming Tinslee's biggest advocate. We underwent all the necessary tests, scans, and procedures, and spent a year going in for lab work and check-ups.
Events
A common phrase in the FA community is "I'm just waiting for the other shoe to drop." Living with this amount of uncertainty can take a toll. Join fellow FA caregiver, Allison Breininger, for a group discussion about what it's like living with the unknown and ways we can find...
Join the 20th annual Coley's Cause Golf Tournament as we honor the memory of Coley, who bravely battled FA. This event supports life-saving research and support for those affected by FA. Gather your friends and colleagues for a day of golf, camaraderie, and making a difference in the lives of...
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming FA Family Retreat, taking place at The Painted Turtle from August 1-5, 2024. The Family Retreat offers a unique opportunity for families registered with us to participate in presentations by leading researchers and physicians specializing in Fanconi anemia (FA). Attendees will benefit...
Come meet Lori Krause, FCF Bereavement Group facilitator, certified life coach focusing on grief and loss, and end-of-life doula with experience facilitating groups in the rare disease space. In this virtual session, she will discuss some of the most common myths about grief and share tips on how to navigate...
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News & Events
The Fanconi Cancer Foundation (FCF) is excited to announce that Dr. Isis Sroka has been named CEO effective August 1, 2024. She succeeds Mark Quinlan who served as Executive Director since 2017 and recently announced his departure. Quinlan will continue in an advisory role with FCF through a transition period.
On May 24th, 2024, the FA Europe Network hosted its inaugural pan-European scientific meeting at the historic Saint-Louis Hospital in Paris, marking a significant milestone in international collaboration for Fanconi anemia (FA).