Former Colorectal Cancer Coalition Board Member Andy Giusti passed away on December 5, 2010, 5 ½ years after being diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer.  He was 45.

Andy first became involved with the Coalition over four years ago when he contacted us via email. He was a scientist who had been working on a vaccine for colorectal cancer when he was diagnosed.  He quickly became a trusted advisor on scientific issues, and patiently worked with the staff on complex scientific and statistical matters. As a result, he served a year as our Director of Research Advocacy.  His background as both a scientist and patient was invaluable to the Coalition as we laid the groundwork for the organization’s research program. Read the rest of this entry »