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Cherishing the Simple Things
Elizabeth O’Connor has a PALB2 genetic mutation so her stage IV pancreatic cancer has responded to immunotherapy.
Vigilance Leads to Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
After his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Michael Whalen searched for someone willing to treat him with chemotherapy.
Failure is Not an Option
Christine Shaffer underwent chemotherapy and stereotactic body radiation therapy to shrink her tumor for surgery. She says failure is not an option.
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.
Where Sorrow and Joy Meet
Musician and producer Tom Bajoras has focused on the sorrow, joy, and beauty of life as he fights PNET with standard and new treatments.
If Something Feels Wrong, Insist on Testing
Kristin Sine wanted an answer to her mysterious pain, but she had to insist on testing to find out she had a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor.
Shedding More Light On Neoadjuvant Treatment
Dr. Matthew Katz reviews the study that compared neoadjuvant treatment with FOLFIRINOX versus gemcitabine/nab-paclitaxel for resectable pancreatic cancer.
Being Persistent Led to my Cancer Diagnosis
Rod Devlin wasn’t getting an answer to his pain but he was persistent until he finally found a doctor that would give him a scan.
Reducing Pancreatic Cancer Risk Through Chemoprevention
Dr. Peter Allen leads a clinical trial of chemoprevention–the use of a medication to prevent IPMNs from developing into pancreatic cancer.
Access and Disparities in Pancreatic Cancer Surgery Remain Pervasive Problems
Dr. Susan Tsai discusses her research into the causes of pancreatic cancer surgery and treatment disparities for underserved communities.
An Update on the Whipple Procedure
Learn more about the latest developments in the Whipple procedure, the surgery most often used to remove pancreatic tumors.
Early Detection Saved My Life
Martin Abrams and his daughter Tova have a family history of pancreatic cancer, so a screening program and early detection are paramount.
My Journey with Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. Robert Wagar lost both parents to pancreatic cancer. When his wife found an article about a surveillance study he had an MRI, which found a lesion.
Testing a Different Approach to Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
A drug that is epigenetic therapy, which alters how DNA behaves, is being tested in a clinical trial for pancreatic cancer.