Who We Are

BCAN - the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network - is the first national advocacy organization dedicated to improving public awareness of bladder cancer and increasing research directed towards the diagnosis, treatment and cure of the disease. Founded in May 2005, BCAN is a cooperative effort among bladder cancer survivors, their families and caregivers, and the medical community.

A Tribute to John Carter Quale Celebrating BCAN’s Fourth Anniversary

Because of the generosity of our donors, the June 7th event was a wonderful success, raising over $60,000. These funds will allow BCAN to award its first research grant, the BCAN Career Development Award in Bladder Cancer Research. Thank you for making this possible. Please click here to view a list of donors.

BCAN Patient Forum, May 16 in Cleveland, Ohio

BCAN held a very successful patient forum “Understanding Bladder Cancer,” an educational program directed at patients, family members, and caregivers, in Cleveland on May 16.  Pictures and video of the presentations are available here.

Research Updates from American Urology Association's Annual Meeting

Click here to go to our Bladder Cancer News page and read stories about bladder cancer research study results presented at the AUA’s Annual Meeting held in Chicago in April.

Cancer Survivorship Telephone Education Workshop Series: Living With, Through and Beyond Cancer

CancerCare is offering a three-part Telephone Education Workshop for survivors and their families on three Tuesdays from 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Eastern Time.  For more information, click here and scroll down to the 2nd event.

Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy

CancerCare is offering a free telephone education workshop on Thursday, July 16th from 1:30 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time.  For more information, go to Upcoming Events.

Clinical Trial Recruiting Smokers to Test a Bladder Cancer Screening Test

For more information, go to our Bladder Cancer News section.

In Memory of Tom Knorr

BCAN mourns the loss of one of our friends and volunteers, Tom Knorr, who died of bladder cancer on March 25.  Tom was initially diagnosed with the disease in 2005.  His courage, optimism and compassion for others will be greatly missed.

Click here to read Tom’s own words about his journey.

Bladder Cancer Basics for the Newly Diagnosed-Available NOW

BCAN’s first handbook for newly diagnosed patients is now available, free of charge. “Bladder Cancer Basics for the Newly Diagnosed” will help patients learn about their diagnosis and treatment options to enable them,  with the help of their medical team, make informed choices about their continued medical care.Please click here if you would like to order copies of the handbook or download a PDF.

Bladder Cancer Webinar

On January 8, BCAN once again partnered with the AUA Foundation to present a Bladder Cancer webinar.  In case you missed it, you can listen to a recorded version by clicking here and completing a free registration process.