The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded THREE grants for esophageal cancer researchearlier this year!
That’s right! We spent countless hours fundraising, reviewing research proposals, communicating with perspective researchers and finally, and thanks to your generosity, we were able to award three grants for research!
This was a major accomplishment, as our funding efforts were essentially put on hold for the past two years.
You may remember that we had already awarded two research grants, the first in 2015 and the second in 2018. The research awarded in 2018, a breath test for esophageal cancer, is currently underway.
These grants made a total of FIVE esophageal cancer research awards that we have funded since we first founded this charity in 2012!
We need your help!
While these are tremendous accomplishments, esophageal cancer research is still critically underfunded, and researchers continuously inquire about funding for their potentially life-saving research.
Please consider a donation to our charity so that we can continue to fund more research. The more money we raise, the more we can give!
All donations are 100% tax deductible and can be made one-time or recurring.
Give the Gift of a Donation
Give a donation as a holiday gift. With a little over a week left to give before 2024, you can support us through a charitable gift in memory or as a tribute to a loved one!
Make a charitable gift to The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation to support esophageal cancer awareness, early detection and research.
Make a donation on behalf of a family member, friend, co-worker. Include their information when making your donation(s) and add any special notes!
On behalf of The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, we would like to once again thank you for your great generosity and wish you and yours a healthy and happy holiday season!
Sincerely,
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 organization. EIN: 45-3633809.
Make a charitable gift to The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation to support esophageal cancer awareness, early detection and research.
All donations are 100% tax deductible and can be made one-time or recurring.
Giving Tuesday opens the giving season and helps to unite us in the spirit of giving and to bring a spotlight to esophageal cancer, a cause that needs desperate attention.
Esophageal Cancer Research Funding
In 2023, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded not one, not two, but THREE grants for esophageal cancer research!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation also funded TWO other esophageal cancer research grants in 2015 and 2018. The more funds we raise, the more we can continue to give to potentially life-saving research.
Let’s make this Giving Tuesday a great success! Please donate today!
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Thank you in advance for helping to make a difference today and every day.
Thank you again!
Sincerely,
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 organization. EIN: 45-3633809.
It’s here! GERD Awareness Week 2023 is from November 19 until Saturday, November 25, 2023. Join us as we spread the word about the dangerous link between acid reflux disease and esophageal cancer. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Also known as acid reflux disease, GERD is a condition of the digestive system, which has increased significantly in recent decades. GERD is also a primary risk factor for esophageal cancer, one of the fastest growing and deadliest cancers in the United States.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is also known as acid reflux disease. GERD is a condition of the digestive system, which has increased significantly in recent decades. GERD is also a primary risk factor for esophageal cancer, one of the fastest growing and deadliest cancers in the United States.
Esophageal cancer, like GERD, has also increased significantly in past decades. In fact, incidence of esophageal cancer has risen over 733% in the past four decades and with an overall five-year survival rate of less than 21.7%. Stage IV has a survival rate of only 5.6%.
When you make a donation to our charity you are directly supporting esophageal cancer awareness, early detection and research. All donations are tax-deductible and go to our mission!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded five research grants since it’s founding in 2012! The first in 2015 and the second in 2018. The research awarded in 2018, a breath test for esophageal cancer, is currently underway. In June, 2023, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded three grants.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit as recognized by the IRS.
Nicholas DiVanna will be running the New York City Marathon on November 5, 2023, in memory of his uncle, John DiVanna. Nicholas and his family have been steadfast supporters of The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation and have attended past events in Brooklyn and Rhode Island. Now to further commemorate his Uncle John, Nicholas is also fundraising on behalf of Salgi. Read his story below and donate to his fundraiser by clicking here.
“On November 5th, 2023, I will be running the New York City marathon. I want to dedicate my first marathon in honor of my Uncle Johnny. My Uncle Johnny was the biggest supporter in everything I did in life and always encouraged me to be the best version of myself.
I’m fundraising for the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity that does amazing work to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and to fund research of esophageal cancer in hopes of a cure.
All donations are tax deductible and greatly appreciated. Thank you so much in advance for your support, no matter how big or small.”
To make a donation towards the fundraiser , click here.
Learn the facts about esophageal cancer:
-Esophageal cancer has increased over 733% in the past four decades and is considered one of the fastest growing and deadliest cancer in the US and western world.
-As one of the deadliest cancers, esophageal cancer has a 5-year survival rate of only 20.6%.
-There are no routine or standard screenings to improve early detection of esophageal cancer.
-Symptoms often arise late once the cancer is considered advanced or “distant” (spread to lymph nodes and other organs.)
-Stage IV esophageal cancer has a survival rate of only 5.7%.
-In 2023, an estimated 21,560 will be diagnosed and there will be an estimated 16,120 deaths.
-Despite all these facts, esophageal cancer research is extremely underfunded.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded five research grants since it’s founding in 2012! The first in 2015 and the second in 2018. The research awarded in 2018, a breath test for esophageal cancer, is currently underway. In June, 2023, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded three grants.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit as recognized by the IRS.
Esophageal cancer is one of the fastest growing and deadliest cancers in the United States and western world. Can esophageal cancer be prevented? While researchers have not found any definite ways to prevent esophageal cancer, there are ways to lower your overall risk of developing esophageal cancer. These precautions include:
-Quit smoking and do not use any tobacco or vape products.
-Do not drink alcohol.
-Eat a nutrient dense and vitamin rich diet.
-Manage GERD symptoms and speak to your doctor about screening and how to lower your risk of esophageal cancer.
-Exercise regularly.
Since there are no known causes of esophageal cancer, only underlying risk factors, it is important to learn the risk factors associated with the cancer, improve your overall health, and work with your doctor(s) to manage and screen for any damage to the esophagus. Improving your health will also reduce your risk of other diseases as well.
Risk factors associated with esophageal cancer are: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) (chronic heartburn, indigestion); obesity, poor diet and nutrition, tobacco use, alcohol use.
Having one or all of these risk factors does not mean that one will develop esophageal cancer. Also, not having any risk factors does not mean that one will never develop esophageal cancer. Raising awareness of risk factors associated with esophageal cancer is one way to help reduce the incidence of an esophageal cancer diagnosis.
However, please note that by avoiding the risk factors associated with esophageal cancer and improving your overall health may not completely eliminate the risk of esophageal cancer. That is why esophageal cancer research, which is critically underfunded, is so important and one of the main objectives of our mission.
It is also important to learn the red flag warning symptoms of esophageal cancer and speak to your doctor immediately if you are exhibiting any of these symptoms. The warning symptoms include but are not limited to: dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), chronic heartburn or indigestion, frequent choking while eating, chest pain, pressure or burning, unexplained weight loss, cough or hoarseness, vomiting, coughing up blood.
Also, people who are considered to be at an elevated risk should speak with their doctor immediately about getting screened as early as possible. Experts agree that early detection can improve the chances of survival if cancer is found in the esophagus. There are also more treatment options available for early esophageal cancer and better outcomes.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to raise awareness, encourage early detection and to fund research of esophageal cancer…in hopes of a CURE!™
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded five research grants since it’s founding in 2012! The first in 2015 and the second in 2018. The research awarded in 2018, a breath test for esophageal cancer, is currently underway. In June, 2023, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded three grants. To read more about the research, click here.
Now more than ever, your support is critically needed to enable this charity to fulfill our mission.
This information for educational purposes only. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
We are honored to share our Brooklyn, NY, Chapter Representative’s, Dara Mormile’s, interview with Melissa Billie Clark which aired in April 2023 during Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month.
Dara shares her father’s story and encourages others to educate themselves, advocate for their own health and the importance of prevention and early detection.
Dara also shared the success from her Brooklyn, NY, Esophageal Cancer Awareness Run/Walk events and how it has brought hundreds of people together to share their experiences, stories and support.
To register for the 2023 5th Annual Esophageal Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk, which will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Marine Park in Brooklyn, visit: https://events.elitefeats.com/23esophageal
During Dara’s interview, Melissa also welcomed special guest Dr. Anam Khan, MD, from MD Anderson Center in Texas.
Thank you Dara, Melissa and Dr. Khan for raising awareness of esophageal cancer!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation has awarded funding for esophageal cancer research in June 2023; the third time in less than 11 years since the charity was founded.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation issued not one, not two but THREE grants for esophageal cancer research.
In 2011, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation was established to raise awareness, encourage early detection and to fund research of esophageal cancer. Since 2011, the foundation has both raised awareness and encouraged the importance of earliest possible detection across the United States and internationally. The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation first funded esophageal cancer research in July, 2015 and then again in November, 2018.
Current Esophageal Cancer Research Funding
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded research funding to Dr. Matthew Stachler and The Regents of the University of California in the amount of $44,742.00 for the project titled: “Determination of inflammatory influences on progression of Barrett’s esophagus and invasive esophageal adenocarcinoma.”
Dr. Stachler’s research seeks to “understand what drives the progression of preneoplastic disease into invasive cancer by applying the many systems developed for studying advanced cancer to premalignant conditions in early evasive disease with Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma being a major focus.”
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation also awarded research funding to Dr. Nathan Parker and H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Inc., in the amount of $30,000.00 for the project titled: “Exercise prehabilitation for locoregional esophageal cancer.”
Dr. Parker’s research will “evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of PA and RT exercise prehabilitation components among patients preparing for LEC resection; to examine changes in exploratory outcomes over the course of exercise prehabilitation and recovery following therapy and to compare clinical and treatment outcomes to those of a retrospectively identified comparison group that received no formal exercise prehabilitation programming.”
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation also awarded research funding to Dr. Sazzad Hassan and Indiana University in the amount of $50,000.00 for the project titled: “Overcoming resistance to HER2-targeted therapies in esophageal adenocarcinoma.”
Dr. Hassan’s research will “investigate whether acquired lapatinib resistance in esophageal adenocarcinoma is due to down regulation of heat shock protein 40. These studies might pave the way toward the use of HSP40-glycolytic enzymes interaction targeting as an innovative therapeutic approach to overcome lapatinib resistance.”
Learn the Facts About Esophageal Cancer
One of the primary risk factors associated with esophageal cancer is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD or acid reflux disease, of which the most common symptom is chronic heartburn. Other risk factors include obesity, heavy drinking, poor nutrition and smoking and/or use of tobacco products.
With over a 733% increase in the past four decades, esophageal cancer is among the fastest growing and deadliest cancers in the United States and the western world.1
There are no current standard or routine screenings to detect esophageal cancer in its earlier stages. Currently, guidelines for referral for endoscopy occur when warning symptoms appear.
These warning symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing, typically appear once the cancer has become advanced. This, in addition with other factors mentioned, leads to the current overall five-year survival rate of only 19.2%.2 Despite its rapid increase and poor prognosis, esophageal cancer receives insufficient awareness and research funding.
The Salgi Foundation: Past Esophageal Cancer Research Funding
In July, 2015, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation issued esophageal cancer research funding to Program Director Dr. Carlos Minacapelli and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnston Medical School. That research was presented as a poster presentation during Digestive Disease Week in May, 2017.
In November, 2018, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded principal investigator, Dr. Donald Low and Virginia Mason Medical Center, grant funding. Dr. George Hanna of St Mary’s Hospital (Imperial College London) is co-investigator.
The research, which is currently underway, intends to establish a non-invasive test for the detection of esophageal cancer that is based upon the unique signature of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) within exhaled breath and to analyze exhaled VOCs in response to therapeutic intervention in patients.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation would like to thank all our supporters and donors who believe in this mission and who make these accomplishments possible. However, this is just the beginning. The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation continuously receives many requests for esophageal cancer research. We need to continue our efforts to fundraise so that we may continue to fulfill this mission to raise awareness, encourage early detection and fund research.
To make a tax-deductible donation to The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, please visit: SALGI.org/donate.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit as recognized by the IRS.
Please join The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation in welcoming Family Hearth and Patio, sponsor of the 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian Esophageal Cancer Awareness. The event is in memory of James Francis Urian who passed away in April, 2022.
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian Esophageal Cancer Awareness will take place in person and virtually!
The.in-person event will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9AM at Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic, CT. Guests can also participate virtually in the event on either Saturday, April 22, 2023, or Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of. Sign up today! Click here.
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity working to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and fund research of esophageal cancer…in hopes of a cure.™
In 2015, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded its first esophageal cancer research grant. In 2018, the charity funded its second esophageal cancer research grant.
In November, 2022, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation opened its Grant Program for the THIRD time! Research funding will be awarded in 2023!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation has also raised awareness and encouraged early detection both nationally AND internationally since 2011. Your continued support directly impacts and sustains this mission!
Create a Fundraising Page!
Whether you register for the virtual event or are unable to participate but would still like to make a difference, you can create a custom fundraising page. You can also donate to an existing campaign. Visit:http://fundrazr.com/SalgiWalkJamesUrian2023
Virtual event information:
Virtual guests of the 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research, can participate in their neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, river, or wherever guests would like to walk or run. It’s important to remember that by participating in the virtual event guests must still comply with all local social distancing guidelines.
Guests can also bicycle, rollerblade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, guests are able to participate at their own pace, at any time on Saturday or Sunday.
#SalgiWalkJamesUrian
Whether you are participating in-person or virtually, please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkJamesUrian and tag us @SalgiFoundation. Social media pages/profiles must be public for us to view and share. You can also email them to salgifoundation @ gmail . com to be posted!
The event is in loving memory of James Francis Urian
This first annual fundraiser is in honor of James Urian: husband, father, PopPop, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, who passed away from esophageal cancer on April 2, 2022.
Through this first annual event, Jimmy’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded. Jimmy’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Jimmy’s annual walk to remember him.
Jimmy’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical like the many others who suffer from the disease. The worrisome signs of hiccups, heartburn, and reflux were dismissed, and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Jimmy began having difficulty swallowing and keeping food down. On December 27, 2021, Jimmy was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal cancer in two spots, thus beginning his short journey.
Jimmy was the youngest of three children, husband to Dawn, father to Kai-Leigh (Matt) and Justin (Morgan), and PopPop to six beautiful grandchildren: Emmett James, Colton Harris, Hallie Blake, Charlotte Jane, Teagan Rose and Maria Stella. He was a brother to Jeanne (Tom) and Bobby (Claudia), an uncle to several nieces and nephews and friend to many.
Jimmy had many interests: hunting, gardening, making soupy, dirt bike riding and the list goes on.
Most of all Jimmy is extremely missed by all who knew him, especially his family. He may be gone, but definitely not forgotten.
Learn the facts about esophageal cancer:
-Esophageal cancer has increased over 733% in the past four decades and is considered the fastest growing cancer in the US and western world.
-As one of the deadliest cancers, esophageal cancer has a 5-year survival rate of only 20.6%.
-There are no routine or standard screenings to improve early detection of esophageal cancer.
-Symptoms often arise late once the cancer is considered advanced or “distant” (spread to lymph nodes and other organs.)
-Stage IV esophageal cancer has a survival rate of only 5.7%.
-In 2023, an estimated 21,560 will be diagnosed and there will be an estimated 16,120 deaths.
-Despite all these facts, esophageal cancer research is extremely underfunded.
Make a difference!
Join The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation to help make a difference against esophageal cancer. Whether you walk, run, volunteer, sponsor or donate, your involvement will directly support this life-saving mission. Thank you!
Please join The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation in welcoming Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank, sponsor of the 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian Esophageal Cancer Awareness. The event is in memory of James Francis Urian who passed away in April, 2022.
Follow Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank on Facebook:
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian Esophageal Cancer Awareness will take place in person and virtually!
The.in-person event will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2023, 9AM at Rocky Neck State Park in Niantic, CT. Guests can also participate virtually in the event on either Saturday, April 22, 2023, or Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 day of. Sign up today! Click here.
The 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity working to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and fund research of esophageal cancer…in hopes of a cure.™
In 2015, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded its first esophageal cancer research grant. In 2018, the charity funded its second esophageal cancer research grant.
In November, 2022, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation opened its Grant Program for the THIRD time! Research funding will be awarded in 2023!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation has also raised awareness and encouraged early detection both nationally AND internationally since 2011. Your continued support directly impacts and sustains this mission!
Create a Fundraising Page!
Whether you register for the virtual event or are unable to participate but would still like to make a difference, you can create a custom fundraising page. You can also donate to an existing campaign. Visit:http://fundrazr.com/SalgiWalkJamesUrian2023
Virtual event information:
Virtual guests of the 1st Annual Walk to Remember James Francis Urian- Esophageal Cancer Awareness & Research, can participate in their neighborhood, on a trail, bike path, track, by the ocean, river, or wherever guests would like to walk or run. It’s important to remember that by participating in the virtual event guests must still comply with all local social distancing guidelines.
Guests can also bicycle, rollerblade, skateboard, swim, the possibilities are endless! Since the virtual event is not timed, guests are able to participate at their own pace, at any time on Saturday or Sunday.
#SalgiWalkJamesUrian
Whether you are participating in-person or virtually, please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkJamesUrian and tag us @SalgiFoundation. Social media pages/profiles must be public for us to view and share. You can also email them to salgifoundation @ gmail . com to be posted!
The event is in loving memory of James Francis Urian
This first annual fundraiser is in honor of James Urian: husband, father, PopPop, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, who passed away from esophageal cancer on April 2, 2022.
Through this first annual event, Jimmy’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded. Jimmy’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Jimmy’s annual walk to remember him.
Jimmy’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical like the many others who suffer from the disease. The worrisome signs of hiccups, heartburn, and reflux were dismissed, and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Jimmy began having difficulty swallowing and keeping food down. On December 27, 2021, Jimmy was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal cancer in two spots, thus beginning his short journey.
Jimmy was the youngest of three children, husband to Dawn, father to Kai-Leigh (Matt) and Justin (Morgan), and PopPop to six beautiful grandchildren: Emmett James, Colton Harris, Hallie Blake, Charlotte Jane, Teagan Rose and Maria Stella. He was a brother to Jeanne (Tom) and Bobby (Claudia), an uncle to several nieces and nephews and friend to many.
Jimmy had many interests: hunting, gardening, making soupy, dirt bike riding and the list goes on.
Most of all Jimmy is extremely missed by all who knew him, especially his family. He may be gone, but definitely not forgotten.
Learn the facts about esophageal cancer:
-Esophageal cancer has increased over 733% in the past four decades and is considered the fastest growing cancer in the US and western world.
-As one of the deadliest cancers, esophageal cancer has a 5-year survival rate of only 20.6%.
-There are no routine or standard screenings to improve early detection of esophageal cancer.
-Symptoms often arise late once the cancer is considered advanced or “distant” (spread to lymph nodes and other organs.)
-Stage IV esophageal cancer has a survival rate of only 5.7%.
-In 2023, an estimated 21,560 will be diagnosed and there will be an estimated 16,120 deaths.
-Despite all these facts, esophageal cancer research is extremely underfunded.
Make a difference!
Join The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation to help make a difference against esophageal cancer. Whether you walk, run, volunteer, sponsor or donate, your involvement will directly support this life-saving mission. Thank you!
Please join us in welcoming Greystone Financial Group, LLC, Gold Sponsor of Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk. The event is hosted by The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation. An in-person gathering will take place on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Columbia Trail in Califon, NJ. Guests can also participate virtually in the event on either Saturday, May 20, 2023, or Sunday, May 21, 2023.
Linda’s Trail of Love, 2nd Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk, will benefit The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity working to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and fund research of esophageal cancer…in hopes of a cure.™
In 2015, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded esophageal cancer research funding for the very first time. In November 2018, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation awarded esophageal cancer research funding for the second time. Funded research is currently underway. In 2022, The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation opened its Grant Program for the THIRD time. Research funding will be awarded in 2023!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation has raised national AND international awareness since 2011. Your continued support directly impacts and sustains this mission!
#SalgiWalkforLinda
Whether you are participating in-person or virtually, please remember to take pictures during your walk or run! When posting your photos on social media, use the hashtag #SalgiWalkforLinda and tag us @SalgiFoundation. Social media posts/profiles must be public for us to share. You can also email them to salgifoundation @ gmail . com to be posted!!
The event is in loving memory of Ms. Linda Klueber.
This annual fundraiser is in honor of Linda Klueber – Mother, daughter, sister, friend, aunt, nurse, volunteer, and hero – who passed away from esophageal cancer on September 30, 2021.
Through this annual event, Linda’s family hopes to spread awareness of esophageal cancer, advocate for families facing this disease, and raise money to help fund research. Esophageal cancer is currently underfunded, Linda’s family hopes that more targeted treatments and immunotherapies will be developed with the help of contributions through Linda’s Trail of Love, Annual Esophageal Cancer 5K Run/Walk.
Linda’s journey with esophageal cancer was typical of the many others who suffer from this disease. The worrisome signs of heartburn and reflux were dismissed, and an endoscopy was only scheduled after Linda began having difficulty swallowing. In August 2019, Linda was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal adenocarcinoma. Her two-year journey was challenging, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Even though targeted treatments for her specific condition were not available, Linda did not give up hope and tried every treatment available. Linda passed peacefully in September 2021 but is still ever-present in all our lives.
Linda was the oldest of 7 Guarino siblings, mother to Katie Ablett (husband Eric) and Michael Klueber, and a grandmother to Valerie Catherine Ablett. She had over 25 nieces and nephews, a sister-in-law and several brothers-in-law, and hundreds of friends. Linda’s extended family includes many Guarino aunts, uncles, and cousins whom she loved dearly.
Linda was a born leader and cared deeply for everyone. She led like a friend, without being bossy, stubborn, or partial. Linda was a wise peacemaker and the best listener. She was also a silent warrior and made it through tumultuous times with a smile and her loving nature. She had a great sense of humor that could always turn situations from bad to hilarious. Linda was a dedicated volunteer with the Somerset County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), and the Canal Walk Health and Safety Awareness Team. Linda’s love, laughter, and caring nature will be her lasting legacy.
Learn the facts about esophageal cancer:
-Esophageal cancer has increased over 733% in the past four decades and is considered the fastest growing cancer in the US and western world.
-As one of the deadliest cancers, esophageal cancer has a 5-year survival rate of only 20.6%.
-There are no routine or standard screenings to improve early detection of esophageal cancer.
-Symptoms often arise late once the cancer is considered advanced or “distant” (spread to lymph nodes and other organs.)
-Stage IV esophageal cancer has a survival rate of only 5.7%.
-In 2023, an estimated 21,560 will be diagnosed and there will be an estimated 16,120 deaths.
-Despite all these facts, esophageal cancer research is extremely underfunded.
Make a difference!
Join The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation to help make a difference against esophageal cancer. Whether you walk, run, volunteer, sponsor or donate, your involvement will directly support this life-saving mission. Thank you!
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. salgi.org Mailing address: PO Box 1912, East Greenwich, RI, 02818.
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