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Research
December 5, 2017 • 5 Min

The ABCs of Genetic Testing

There are a number of different genetic mutations that can cause familial pancreatic cancer. This article explains some of the most common ones.

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The Importance of Genetic Testing
December 1, 2017 • 6 Min

Before You Leap: Genetic Testing for Pancreatic Cancer

Genetic counselor Megan Frone outlines the advantages of genetic testing when there is a family history of pancreatic cancer.

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Research
November 30, 2017 • 2 Min

Testing an Experimental Combination of Drugs

A clinical trial for some cancers including pancreatic cancer tests the effectiveness of a checkpoint inhibitor and an antisense oligonucleotide inhibitor.

pancreatic cancer long-term survivor Rosemary Buden
Survivor Stories
November 27, 2017 • 2 Min

Very Fortunate to Have the Whipple

Six years after surgery to remove an IPMN neoplasm, Rosemary Buden found out she had pancreatic cancer and needed a Whipple procedure.

Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee
Research
November 20, 2017 • 4 Min

Overcoming Challenges to Vaccine Immunotherapy

Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee explains the challenges facing the scientists developing vaccine-based immunotherapy for pancreatic cancer.

Julie Fleshman (PanCAN), Cindy Gavin (Let's Win), Barbara Kenner (Kenner Family Research Fund), Dino Varelli (Project Purple), Kerri Kaplan (Lustgarten Foundation), Liz Feld (Suzanne Wright Foundation) in front of the Madison Square Garden marquee in New York, for World Pancreatic Cancer Day
News
November 16, 2017 • 1 Min

World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition Members Demand Better on World Pancreatic Cancer Day

World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition members come together on World Pancreatic Cancer Day to demand better for patients, treatments, early detection, research.

Cindy Gavin (Let's Win) and Kerri Kaplan (Lustgarten Foundation) wearing purple on a New York street for World Pancreatic Cancer Day
News
November 16, 2017 • 1 Min

Let’s Win and the Lustgarten Foundation Demand Better for World Pancreatic Cancer Day

Cindy Gavin of Let’s Win and Kerri Kaplan of the Lustgarten Foundation demand better for treatments and research on World Pancreatic Cancer Day.

Cindy Gavin of Let's Win in purple in on the street in New York City, in front of Madison Square Garden's marquee that says Demand Better, for World Pancreatic Cancer Day
News
November 16, 2017 • 1 Min

Cindy Gavin Demands Better for World Pancreatic Cancer Day

Cindy Gavin, Founding Executive Director of Let’s Win, demands better treatment options for World Pancreatic Cancer Day in this PSA.

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Research
November 15, 2017 • 2 Min

Trying Targeted Treatments Used for Other Cancers

Researchers are trying kinase inhibitors that are effective for breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and melanoma on pancreatic cancer.

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Survivor Stories
November 10, 2017 • 5 Min

Advocating For My Own Future

Kay Kays is a long-term survivor of pancreatic cancer who has learned to advocate for herself to get the treatments she needs.

Dr. Allyson Ocean
Research
November 7, 2017 • 4 Min

Standard of Care Plus

Dr. Allyson Ocean explains why pancreatic cancer patients should consider clinical trials, which go beyond standard of care.

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Research
November 2, 2017 • 2 Min

Testing a Breast Cancer Drug for Other Advanced Solid Tumors

In a clinical trial, a new class of breast cancer drug called a kinase inhibitor is being tested to treat pancreatic cancer.

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Treatments
November 1, 2017 • 5 Min

Frequently Asked Questions About Pancreatic Cancer

Have you or someone you love just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer? Learn some basic facts about this disease from our FAQ.

Pancreatic cancer patient Rachel Santmyer-Flores and her daughter
Survivor Stories
October 30, 2017 • 3 Min

Take the Time to Consider Your Options

Rachel Santmyer-Flores decided to look at her options before choosing a clinical trial of PEGPH20 for her pancreatic cancer treatment.

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Research
October 25, 2017 • 4 Min

More Research Needed for Pancreatic Cancer Immunotherapy

Dr. Luis Diaz provides a status check for immunotherapy treatments for pancreatic cancer, including an explanation of different types.