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Changing My Life for the Better
Robin Schroeder was an avid runner before her pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor diagnosis. Now she’s back competing in half-marathons.
Why You Need This Simple Blood Test at Diagnosis
An important factor in determining which treatment to use for pancreatic cancer patients is measuring the level of tumor marker CA-19-9. Learn more here.
New Biopsy Shows Promise For Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Trovagene is developing a liquid biopsy for pancreatic cancer patients, to allow doctors to test for cancer and track treatment response.
Precision Promise Places Patients at Center of Research
Dr. Diane Simeone explains the different approach to pancreatic cancer clinical trials taken by the Precision Promise program.
An Immunotherapy Game Changer
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (pembrolizumab) is approved for use in cancer patients with certain genetic defects in their tumors.
Targeting Cancer Metabolism
Researchers from Tyme Technologies are focusing on cancer cell metabolism, particularly tyrosine, as a way to kill cancer cells.
Targeting Mutant KRAS with Immunotherapy
Dr. Beatriz Carreno explains how her team is targeting the KRAS mutation with a pancreatic cancer vaccine to make the immune system work against cancer.
Artificial Intelligence and Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer
How can AI be used in the early detection of pancreatic cancer? Dr. Michael Rosenthal reviews the current state of the field.
Improving Access to Genetic Testing and Counseling
Dr. Angela Bradbury is leading a study on access to genetic testing and genetic counseling, including a telehealth option.
Targeting the Undruggable KRAS Protein
Dr. Shubham Pant is focusing his research on effective treatments for the KRAS mutation, found in 90% of pancreatic cancers.
An Update on Vitamin C and Cancer
Vitamin C can have a positive impact on pancreatic cancer treatments. Read the latest research on vitamin C’s role in the fight against pancreatic cancer.
MORE Magazine: The Cancer Campaign That Got Personal
After a diagnosis of stage IV pancreatic cancer, Anne Glauber turned to research to find a treatment that could extend her life.
Let’s Win Inducted into the PR News Platinum Hall of Fame
Let’s Win has been inducted into the PR News Platinum Hall of Fame. Other inductees include the ALS Association’s ice bucket challenge.
COVID-19 and Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials
How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting clinical trials? Learn more about what steps are being taken to protect patients on trials, plus more.
Research and Other Highlights from the 2023 AACR Annual Meeting
The 2023 AACR meeting focused on the latest research into KRAS, other immunotherapy approaches, and honored Dr. Elizabeth Jaffee.