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New NCCN Guidelines Stress Genetic Testing For All Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Genetics impact your treatment for pancreatic cancer. Dr. Sapna Syngal discusses the recommendation of genetic testing for all pancreatic cancer patients.
Genetic Testing for All Pancreatic Cancer Patients
A study by Dr. Gloria Petersen’s research team has led to an official recommendation that all pancreatic cancer patients get genetic testing.
Fundraisers
Are you running a race, participating in a challenge, or hosting an event, and want to raise money for Let’s Win? We can help you create a personalized fundraising page to share with your friends. All we need is a little information about your event, and why helping people with pancreatic cancer is important to […]
New Study to Get More Minorities Involved in Genetic Testing
Dr. Nicolette Rodriguez leads the REGENERATE study to find the best ways to get more Black and Latinx Americans genetic testing for cancer.
An Interview with Dr. Tyler Jacks
Dr. Tyler Jacks is one of the leading pancreatic cancer researchers. Read what he has to say about KRAS, organoids, and running a lab in a pandemic.
A Vaccine To Boost Immune Response to Pancreatic Cancer
Researchers are testing whether a vaccine can heighten the body’s immune response to pancreatic cancer after surgical removal of the tumor.
Living is Getting Back Up
Laurie MacCaskill is an 11-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. Her doctor put her on a personalized treatment plan, and she stayed as positive as possible.
Immunotherapy for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer and Other Solid Tumors
Researchers are testing the use of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, a type of immunotherapy, against advanced pancreatic cancer.
Kerri Kaplan
Kerri Kaplan is the President of the Lustgarten Foundation, which is America’s largest private funder of pancreatic cancer research and is relentlessly focused on improving patient outcomes. Kerri oversees all aspects of the Lustgarten Foundation’s operational activities, including major fundraising initiatives, patient outreach, and the Foundation’s in-depth research portfolio. Early in her career at the […]
Reeducating Myself About Pancreatic Cancer
Martin Hynes knew all about pancreatic cancer–as a research director he worked on the development of Gemzar. He was able to have a Whipple and is doing well.
Pancreatic Cancer During the Pandemic
Barbara Wojciechowski was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer as the pandemic was rising, affecting her family support during treatment.
No Symptoms Whatsoever
Judd Levy had no symptoms when diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. He responded so well to treatment he was able to have a Whipple.
Complementary Therapies—a Way to Gain Peace?
What techniques are other pancreatic cancer patients using to relieve symptoms and side effects, and cope with treatment? Learn more about the most popular complementary therapies.
Chemotherapy in Comfort
Oncology nurse Heather Hannon offers her expertise to cancer patients in what is best to bring to treatments so you can pass the time in peace and comfort.
Catching Up With Survivors
How are some of our long-term survivors doing? Roberta Luna, Steven Merlin, Camille Moses, Ed Duncan, and Laurie MacCaskill tell all.