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The EndBrainCancer Initiative Urges Immediate ACTION so Brain Cancer Patients are Not Excluded from Medicare Coverage for Genetic Profiling (Next Generation Sequencing-NGS)

The EndBrainCancer Initiative Urges Immediate ACTION so Brain Cancer Patients are Not Excluded from Medicare Coverage for Genetic Profiling (Next Generation Sequencing-NGS)

The EndBrainCancer Initiative Urges Immediate ACTION so Brain Cancer Patients are Not Excluded from Medicare Coverage for Genetic Profiling (Next Generation Sequencing-NGS) Press Release in PDF Format Press Release on PRNEWSWIRE National Distribution Network SEATTLE, May 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — In 2018, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) approved funding for specific diagnostic […]

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Patients, Survivors, Friends, and Partners Celebrate The EndBrainCancer Initiative’s GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day

Patients, Survivors, Friends, and Partners Celebrate The EndBrainCancer Initiative’s GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day

Patients, Survivors, Friends, and Partners Celebrate The EndBrainCancer Initiative’s GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day A unique event in Greater Puget Sound/Seattle, Washington celebrated and uplifted brain cancer patients and survivors providing inspiration, food and fellowship, massages, gifts, photography sessions, and more. Press Release in PDF Format Press Release on PRWEB National Distribution Network Seattle, WA […]

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GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day to Honor and Uplift Brain Cancer Patients on Friday, March 15th

GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day to Honor and Uplift Brain Cancer Patients on Friday, March 15th

GBM Patient & TOGETHER Day to Honor and Uplift Brain Cancer Patients on Friday, March 15th In collaboration with regional and national partners, Seattle-based EndBrainCancer Initiative (EBCI) will host this inaugural afternoon event for brain cancer patients, caregivers, and families. Press Release in PDF Format Press Release on PRWEB National Distribution Network Seattle, WA – […]

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The EndBrainCancer Initiative Received CITI Certification Becoming the First Brain Tumor Patient Advocacy Organization Listed as a Nationally-Recognized Recruiting Site

The EndBrainCancer Initiative Receives CITI Certification Becoming the First Brain Tumor Patient Advocacy Organization Listed as a Nationally-Recognized Recruiting Site FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Dellann Elliott Mydland Prestigious certification strengthens Seattle-based EBCI’s role in the brain tumor advocacy space directly connecting patients to Centers of Excellence, cutting edge treatments & development of promising clinical […]

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True ADVOCACY & Our Extensive “Behind The Scenes” Work For Brain Cancer Patients

Many of you know the work of the EndBrainCancer Initiative (formerly the Chris Elliott Fund) and are familiar with our very active one-on-one personalized “Direct Connect” services which include access to specialists, novel treatment options, and a plethora of clinical trials. In addition, you are likely aware of our large, ever-evolving Education, Awareness, & Outreach […]

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Senator McCain: Optimism, Education & Hope

Senator McCain: Optimism, Education & Hope

With each new diagnosis of glioblastoma, comes shock, disbelief, and turmoil.  Our collective awareness of this dreaded disease was heightened lastweek with the announcement that Senator John McCain will now be counted among the brave GBM warriors. While we could be tempted to feel defeat by the continued accumulation of new GBM diagnoses, EndBrainCancer is […]

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Reflections From ASCO Annual Meeting

  Dear Cancer Heroes, Celebrating the courage, grace, and selflessness of patients everywhere who battle cancer and participate in clinical trials. The wall was filled with notes from providers, families, and advocates who expressed their gratitude to the patients who share their experiences, and advance science through participation in clinical research. “Clinical trials are the […]

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End Brain Cancer: Making Life-Saving Connections

End Brain Cancer: Making Life-Saving Connections

(Article posted in Cure Magazine on 8/17/16) Dellann Elliott Mydland wants to take the politics out of brain cancer research, and for a good reason: to produce more survivors of the disease. For nearly a decade and a half, Mydland, the founder and president of End Brain Cancer, has been working to connect patients, researchers […]

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Paul Allen’s Impact on Brain Diseases in Washington State

As you know, Chris Elliott Fund’s goal, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is to provide IMMEDIATE ACCESS to advanced brain tumor/cancer treatment options through our no cost Patient Support Services Center and “Direct Connect” program which provides Education, Awareness, Advocacy and Research.  Simply put, our efforts lead to putting brain tumor patients into clinical trials and […]