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Taking a Different Approach to Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
When Dr. Stephen Bigelsen was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer, he found a doctor to created a personalized treatment plan.
Each Person Is a Statistic of One
When Miggie Olsson was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer she opted for a science-based unusual treatment plan to have a chance at survival.
Research: The Next Generation
AACR young researchers come from all over the world, and add their perspectives to pancreatic cancer studies.
An Immunotherapy Game Changer
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (pembrolizumab) is approved for use in cancer patients with certain genetic defects in their tumors.
2022 AACR Annual Meeting Update
The 2022 AACR Annual Meeting featured the latest in pancreatic cancer breakthroughs, research in artificial intelligence, screening, detection, and vaccines.
ASCO Annual Conference: Highlights in Pancreatic Cancer Research
Dr. Allyson Ocean reviews some of the latest pancreatic cancer research results, including new treatments for some patients.
Cancer Commons and xCures Hope to Use Real-World Data to Improve Care
Lola Rahib and Patrick van der Valk explain how Cancer Commons and xCures are using real-world data to improve care for future patients.
Patient-Focused Research to Better Understand Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Diane Simeone stresses the importance of research and clinical trials to get better results for pancreatic cancer patients.
Far More Time than I Originally Expected
After a Whipple procedure, SBRT, and chemotherapy, Robert Glazier is staying informed about treatment options for pancreatic cancer.
New Liquid Biopsy Shows Promise for Early Detection
Dr. Ajay Goel has a new approach to a liquid biopsy early detection test for pancreatic cancer. So far, the results are very impressive.
KRYSTAL-1 Trial Shows Promising Activity in Pancreas and Other GI Cancers
Dr. Tanios Bekaii-Saab reports promising results of the KRYSTAL-1 trial, which targets a KRAS mutation common to pancreatic cancer.
Chicken Enchiladas and Pancreatic Cancer
For William Ramshaw, a typical meal of Mexican food led to a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, including a Whipple procedure and chemoradiation.
Personalized Treatment Plans in the Fight Against PC
David Dessert explains that his aunt’s genetic testing for BRCA2 mutation directed his own treatment for pancreatic cancer.
Determined to Win
After a metastatic pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Linda Chambless sought a second opinion, which led her to a clinical trial.
AACR Special Conference Highlights Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Research
Here are some of the most interesting highlights from the 2024 AACR Special Conference on Pancreatic Cancer Research.