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Barbara Kenner, PhD, Is Focused on Early Detection
After Barbara Kenner, PhD, lost her husband just two months after his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, she made it her mission to find a way to detect pancreatic cancer earlier. Barbara has been instrumental in supporting PanCAN’s recently announced Early Detection Initiative and the research that preceded and shaped it.
Advocates Made Early Detection Initiative Possible
Passionate advocates and volunteers paved the way for our Early Detection Initiative.
Why PanCAN’s Chief Science Officer Launched the Early Detection Initiative
Chief Science Officer Lynn Matrisian shares her priorities, proudest accomplishments.
Early Detection for Pancreatic Cancer
Ways to find pancreatic cancer in the earliest stages are urgently needed.
6 Things You Need to Know about Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer
Diabetes can be both a risk factor and an early symptom of pancreatic cancer.
Introducing PanCAN’s Early Detection Initiative
Earlier detection leads to more treatment options and improved survival.
12-year Survivor Funds Research and Gives Hope
Sheila Sky Kasselman doesn’t let challenges due to pancreatic cancer get her down.
Friday Fix: Managing Long-term Nutritional Challenges
Editor’s note: Each week, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) Friday Fix blog series covers topics related to diet, nutrition, health and wellness, which […]
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Task Force Updates Pancreatic Cancer Screening Recommendations
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) continues to recommend against population-wide screening for pancreatic cancer, as announced today on […]
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4 Early Detection Research Strategies in Pancreatic Cancer
Editor’s note: April is National Cancer Control Month, which highlights factors that can help prevent or combat cancer, including early […]
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Diabetic-Friendly Foods and Pancreatic Cancer
Dietitian shares nutritious options for those with diabetes and pancreatic cancer.
2018 Year in Review: Progress in Research, Part 2
Editor’s note: Today’s edition of the 2018 Year in Review series continues the topic of research. Yesterday’s article covered treatment […]
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Understanding Pancreatic Cancer Risk Factors
In November, Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, the focus is on raising awareness about risk factors and symptoms of pancreatic cancer. […]
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New-Onset Diabetes Is an Early Indicator of Pancreatic Cancer – A New Study Confirms
In a study published today in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI), researchers found that new-onset diabetes in […]
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2017 Year in Review: Progress in Research, Part 2
Editor’s note: Welcome to the second part of our 2017 research highlights recap (we’re pretty excited that it’s taking two […]
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Type 3c Diabetes Is Often Misdiagnosed, Potentially Delaying Pancreatic Cancer Diagnoses
While most people are familiar with types 1 and 2 diabetes, there is a third, less common type, known as […]
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How Diabetes Can Be an Early Sign of Pancreatic Cancer
There is a complex relationship between diabetes and pancreatic cancer – diabetes can be considered both a symptom and a […]
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