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Dr. Marcia (Mimi) Canto
Research
November 20, 2024 • 5 Min

Can AI Help Detect Pancreatic Cancer Early?

Dr. Mimi Canto is leading a cross-disciplinary group of researchers who are working to use AI for early detection of pancreatic cancer.

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Disease Management

Educate yourself about pancreatic cancer and learn ways to make your life more comfortable during and after treatment. Find information on nutrition, exercise, and more to help you navigate life with pancreatic cancer.

long-term survivor Steven Merlin
Disease Management
October 30, 2024 • 6 Min

Practical Tips For Patients In Treatment

Long-term survivor and patient advocate Steven Merlin has a host of practical tips for patients to help manage life during treatment.

oncology dietitian Meghan Laszlo
Disease Management
September 23, 2024 • 4 Min

Exploring Alternatives to Creon for Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy

Oncology dietitian Meghan Laszlo explains how pancreatic enzyme replacement drug Creon works and available alternatives.

Research

What research is being done for pancreatic cancer treatments and screenings today? The next life-saving treatment for the disease may be on the horizon. These articles highlight the latest in pancreatic cancer research.

Dr. Marcia (Mimi) Canto
Research
November 20, 2024 • 5 Min

Can AI Help Detect Pancreatic Cancer Early?

Dr. Mimi Canto is leading a cross-disciplinary group of researchers who are working to use AI for early detection of pancreatic cancer.

Teresa Zimmers, cachexia expert
Research
November 7, 2024 • 6 Min

Cachexia Research Showing Promise

Dr. Teresa Zimmers reports on the latest developments in countering cachexia in pancreatic cancer patients.

Research
October 25, 2024 • 10 Min

Research: The Next Generation

Treatments

How is pancreatic cancer treated? Learn important information about your disease, the treatments you may face, what types of clinical trials are available and how to join a trial, and research into early detection.

Dr. Allyson Ocean
Treatments
April 14, 2023 • 5 Min

Who Should Be Screened For Pancreatic Cancer

Who should be screened for pancreatic cancer? Dr. Allyson Ocean explains how genetic mutations and family history factor into screening.

Dr. Michael Goggins
Treatments
January 5, 2023 • 4 Min

Screening Programs Save High-Risk People

Dr. Michael Goggins explains who should undergo regular pancreatic cancer screening and where programs can be found.

Treatments
December 8, 2022 • 4 Min

What Is Pancreatic Cancer?

Symptoms

Learn about the symptoms of pancreatic cancer and the risk factors for developing this disease, including the relationship with diabetes, the importance of family history, and the role of chronic pancreatitis in pancreatic cancer.

Dr. Amitabh Chak
Symptoms
July 14, 2022 • 4 Min

New Gastrointestinal Screening Guidelines for High-Risk Patients

Get informed about the latest pancreatic cancer screening guidelines for high-risk patients from gasterenterologist Dr. Amitabh Chak.

orange and purple topped blood vials in a yellow tray
Symptoms
February 9, 2022 • 5 Min

Understanding Who Is at High Risk for Pancreatic Cancer

Who is high-risk for pancreatic cancer? Oncologist Dr. Matthew Yurgelun explains high-risk populations and what steps to take if you meet the criteria.

Survivor Stories

Read about the treatment experiences of pancreatic cancer survivors, including what worked, the doctors or facilities they worked with, and more.

Survivor Stories
November 15, 2024 • 3 Min

Extensive Family History and Genetic Testing Leads to Early Detection

Sidney Levinson and his doctor were aware of his BRCA1/2 mutations so when an MRI was recommended for screening, Sidney did it.

Jenna Thiel and her children
Survivor Stories
November 4, 2024 • 4 Min

I Almost Gave Up

But for the love and support of her family, Jenna Thiel wouldn’t have made it after significant complications from her surgery for PNET.