Frequently Asked Questions

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About the Disease

What does EC mean?

EC is an acronym for Esophageal Cancer. For more definitions, please refer to our dictionary.
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What is the color of EC Awareness?

The color of EC Awareness is periwinkle. You can buy your periwinkle merchandise at the ECAA Online Store.
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How do you get EC?

EC can happen in different forms, so it is important to understand the different risk factors.
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About ECAA

What does ECAA do?

ECAA is a nonprofit. We want to promote awareness, education, support and research for EC. Learn more about our mission here.
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What does ECAA membership mean?

Prior to 2012, ECAA had a membership feature which allowed paid members to receive newsletters and discounted merchandise. Now membership is free, by simply subscribing to the online newsletter.
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How many employees does ECAA have?

0. ECAA does not have any paid staff.
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Getting Help

How can I help?

Learn as much as you can about EC and talk to your doctor. For support, ECAA offers regional contacts who can connect you with similar people; ECAA also has a vibrant online community.
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Do you have information I can download?

Yes, please visit our Helpful Downloads page.
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Are there other EC-focused organizations?

Yes, please visit our Helpful Links page. ECAA has a strong focus in helping promote education, raise awareness, drive fundraising for research and provide support to those affected by the disease.
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Getting Involved

How can I help?

There are many paths to explore. You share information with friends, host an event, become a local leader or even join our core team.
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What is the easiest way I can help?

The easiest way to help is three-fold:
1. Like us on
2. Tell people (friends, family & strangers) about ECAA and our website
3. Buy & Wear ECAA Merchandise.
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Do I need to pay anything to host an event?

ECAA offers many pre-planned events, some of which require no cash outlay. Some events, however, do require some initial, upfront cash outlays with the planning — which can be recovered in the funds received at the event.
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ECAA’s location & the Web

What is ECAA’s address?

ECAA has no brick and mortar location, but we have a mailbox at PO Box 55071 #15530, Boston MA, 02205-5071.
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What Social Media sites are ECAA on?

ECAA is on facebook, linkedin and twitter.
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What #hashtag does ECAA use on Twitter?

ECAA has a Twitter handle (@ECAware) and uses the hashtag #EsophagealCancer to trend comments and tweets.
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Why is ECAA on facebook two times?

We initially launched as a Community Group, but over time we have reached the maximum number. You can find the same content on our Fan page.
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Money & Merchandise

Where do donation dollars go?

All monies raised go toward events and promotional materials. Less than 10% of donations are administrative costs, which include website, letterhead and other administrative costs. There are no paid staff of ECAA.
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What discounts are available on merchandise?

Large orders can be arranged separately — just Contact Us
and detail your request. Also, if you plan an event, you may purchase merchandise at cost.
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How can my business sponsor ECAA?

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How can I join the leadership of ECAA?

The ECAA Board of Directors always has a door open for new talent to join. Please Write Us if you are interested in joining the board!
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Last updated: March 6, 2012 at 17:52 pm
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