When
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Where
285 Meadowlark Dr, Winston Salem NC
Distance
5K
About this race
The Cholangiocarcinoma Crushers 5k: In Memory of Lois Cheek
- Date: 2026-11-07
- Location: 285 Meadowlark Dr, Winston Salem, NC
- URL: Cholangiocarcinoma Crushers 5k
- About: Join us for a meaningful morning of community and hope as we honor Lois Cheek and all those fighting bile duct cancer. Every step taken and dollar raised goes directly to help find a cure and improve the quality of life for patients with this cancer. Whether you are a seasoned runner or a casual walker, all paces and ages are welcome!
About Cholangiocarcinoma
- Description: Bile duct cancer, or cholangiocarcinoma, is a rare and aggressive cancer that forms in the thin tubes (bile ducts) that carry digestive fluid from the liver to the small intestine.
- Age Group: It typically affects people over 50, often remaining undetected until advanced stages, when it causes symptoms like jaundice.
- Diagnosis: About 15,000 people are diagnosed with this rare disease in the US every year and treatment often involves surgery, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy.
- Pronunciation: How to pronounce it? koh-LAN-jee-oh-KAR-sih-NOH-muh.
More Information
- Foundation: More about the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation: curecca.org
- Volunteers: We can’t do this without our amazing volunteers! If you’d like to lend a hand and support the cause, please reach out to cholangiocrushers5k@gmail.com for more information.
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