News and Stories About Life After Loss
Breast Cancer Survivor Fundraises for PanCAN to Honor Her Dad’s Legacy
“Pops.” That’s what she called him. Donna Glick of Palm Beach, Fla., lost her dad to pancreatic cancer 14 years […]
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Why I Want to Be a Physician Assistant
Editor’s note: In honor of Physician Assistant’s Week (Oct. 6-12), we bring you the story of Brittany Holloway. She’s a […]
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“A Month of David” Honors Her Husband’s Memory
Kim Hagar and husband David had just purchased a camper and were making plans to retire. A pancreatic cancer diagnosis […]
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Element47’s Legacy for Friend and Bandmate Keeps the Music Playing
Editor’s Note: In celebration of International Friendship Day, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network highlights an enduring connection. Matt Bencke lost […]
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Donors Give Even More During Pandemic
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the […]
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Erin Willett Celebrates Her First Mother’s Day
One year ago, Erin Willett was performing “Hope’s Alive” at Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) PurpleStride New York City in […]
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Car Enthusiasts Drive Fundraising in Honor of Mom
Editor’s note: We continue our series of stories celebrating – and remembering – beloved mothers in honor of Mother’s Day. […]
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Oncology Nurse’s Personal Experience with Pancreatic Cancer
Today kicks off National Nurses Week, and we’re proud to bring you the story of a nurse who has more […]
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Volunteers and Donors Show Extra Support During Pandemic
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear PurpleStride T-shirts, some don business attire, others choose yoga pants. It doesn’t matter […]
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Father’s Belief in Daughter Inspires Her to Volunteer
Editor’s note: April 19-25 is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating, recognizing and thanking Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) volunteers […]
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How Volunteering Transformed Grief into Purpose
Editor’s note: April 19-25 is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating, recognizing and thanking Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) volunteers […]
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Siblings Share Meaning Behind Being Involved in Cause
Editor’s Note: Today is National Sisters Day. We are sharing this previously published story to celebrate all sisters and the […]
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Couple Hosts Wedding Guests at PurpleStride Before Ceremony
Editor’s note: All week long, leading up to Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing stories of love, inspiration and special connections made […]
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U.S. Senator Holds Pancreatic Cancer Congressional Field Hearing
In response to the disease’s impact on his constituents in Alabama, Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) presided over a hearing entitled, […]
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What Brian Learned When Caring for His Wife
Editor’s note: During Caregiver Appreciation Month, we honor the challenging but important role of pancreatic cancer caregivers by sharing the […]
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His Story Is the Story of Many
It’s a picture-perfect day at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) PurpleStride Boston 2019, and Craig Irving is greeting pancreatic […]
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Moments Matter: Anna Shen
Editor’s note: We sat down with Anna Shen for this interview on the day that her mother, Lucy, would have […]
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Moments Matter: Brian Cashman
It was a challenging season for major league baseball’s New York Yankees. Despite a star roster, numerous injuries led to […]
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Moments Matter: Raymond Penn
“This is going to be rough,” Raymond Penn said after a deep sigh, “but I tell my story to everybody.” […]
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Moments Matter: Russtival
Russ Perry was at the center of a tightly-knit music community in Hunterdon County, N.J. In 2008, while planning his […]
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Columbia Sportswear Executive Joins PanCAN Board
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) welcomes Columbia Sportswear executive Lisa Kulok to its esteemed board of directors. PanCAN’s board […]
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Moments Matter: Stephanie Pieklik
Many young girls dream about their wedding day. They often picture every detail from the gorgeous white gown that will […]
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Moments Matter: Stephanie Castillo and Arikka Pirker
Editor’s note: In honor of National Sisters Day on Sunday, August 4, we’re sharing the story of Stephanie Castillo and […]
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Moments Matter: Maggie Walsh
Editor’s note: Maggie Walsh works for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in its Washington, D.C., office. She recently shared a […]
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Moments Matter: Phoebe Collins
Editor’s note: It’s that time of year when kids are returning to school and their extracurricular activities – which may […]
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Moments Matter: Kaz Iwamoto
Kaz Iwamoto is proud to be a volunteer. His passion for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is fueled by […]
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Moments Matter: Emily LaSalle
Editor’s note: World Gratitude Day is today, Sept. 21, and we thank all of our incredible supporters for all they […]
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Moments Matter: Leslie Kissel
Leslie Kissel was a larger-than-life woman, never known to back down from an adventure. Her days were filled with yoga […]
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Moments Matter: Andy Hospodor, PhD
After his partner’s surgery to remove an ovarian cyst, Andy Hospodor, PhD, of Santa Cruz, Calif., expected her pain to […]
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Advocate Shares Story and Insights Attending Advocacy Day
Steve Cook of Huntsville, Ala., knows what it means to be an advocate from his career in aerospace when he […]
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Moments Matter: Greg Christian
It’s one thing to cheer on your favorite hockey team in an arena packed with fellow fans, but another when […]
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How a Father’s Life Left a Lasting Impact
Dustin Lee James was a friend, husband, father and faithful . Friends and family say that his smile could light […]
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Unwavering Love and a Vow to Keep Fighting
Editor’s note: We recently received a letter from supporter John Vedock, in which he shared poignant memories surrounding his late […]
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It Starts with Someone: Barbara Kenner, PhD
Editor’s note: Our “It Starts with Someone” series chronicles all kinds of Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) supporters – volunteers, […]
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Team Tracy Walks PurpleStride for a Sister’s Legacy
Kristin Escobar describes her older sister Tracy as “the healthiest person I knew.” Tracy was an active 37-year-old and mom […]
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