I have just been diagnosed.
What should I do?
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Survivor Stories
July 18, 2025 • 2 Min
From Whipple to Waikiki
After getting a Whipple for his PNET, Gerard Chezick never imagined that he’d surf in Waikiki . . . but he has and will do it again.
Latest Stories
Survivor Stories
July 14, 2025 • 2 Min
Diagnosed with Zero Symptoms
Research
July 8, 2025 • 6 Min
Treating Cancer By Mutation, Not by Tumor Location
Disease Management
July 1, 2025 • 3 Min
Using AI—Dos and Dont’s
Survivor Stories
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.
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.
Symptoms
September 20, 2021 • 4 Min
Precursors to Pancreatic Cancer: Are There Any Signs to Watch Out For?
Dr. Venkata Akshintala outlines some of the precursors to pancreatic cancer that people should look out for.
Symptoms
June 8, 2021 • 4 Min
Crafting a Medical Family Tree
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.
Disease Management
July 1, 2025 • 3 Min
Using AI—Dos and Dont’s
Artificial intelligence can have many benefits for patients and caregivers, organizing complex information, but it must be used properly.
Disease Management
June 3, 2025 • 4 Min
Why Pancreatic Cancer Can Mess with Your Blood Sugar (and What to Do About It)
Nurse and diabetes educator Linda Nguyen provides tips for managing blood sugar levels in pancreatic cancer patients.
Disease Management
May 15, 2025 • 5 Min
From Caregiver to Nurse, Overnight
Disease Management
May 5, 2025 • 7 Min
Top 10 Tips and Tricks for a Better Chemo Experience
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.
Treatments
December 8, 2022 • 4 Min
What Is Pancreatic Cancer?
Learn more about the main different types of pancreatic cancer–adenocarcinoma and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.
Treatments
September 16, 2022 • 4 Min
Diagnosing Pancreatic Cancer: Tests to Expect
What can you expect during pancreatic cancer diagnostic testing? Dr. Gobind Anand offers expert guidance to stay informed throughout the process.
Treatments
May 13, 2022 • 4 Min
Understanding Distal Pancreatectomy
Treatments
December 7, 2021 • 10 Min
Learn More About Qualifying for Clinical Trials
