News and Stories About Patient Central
The Bold Path to PanCAN’s Precision PromiseSM Clinical Trial
We recently announced that our groundbreaking new approach to pancreatic cancer clinical trials – PanCAN’s Precision PromiseSM – is open […]
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He Was Diagnosed Early Because Alex Trebek Shared His Symptoms
Timing is everything. And when Chuck Paulausky of Chandler, Ariz., happened to turn on “Jeopardy!” one evening last November and […]
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Why Health – and Pancreatic Cancer – Literacy Matter
Editor’s note: October is Health Literacy Month, bringing attention to the importance of making health information and the health system […]
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Husband and Wife Find Hope and Support Through PanCAN: Frank and Kelly Land
Editor’s note: As the world copes with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, pancreatic cancer patients and their loved ones have additional challenges […]
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Deborah Finds Empowerment and Connection Through PanCAN
Editor’s note: As the world copes with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, pancreatic cancer patients, survivors and loved ones have additional challenges […]
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Pancreatic Cancer During Coronavirus: What Patient Central Is Hearing
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is uprooting much of our daily lives. For pancreatic cancer patients and their loved ones, […]
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A Grateful Daughter’s Message on Father’s Day
Editor’s note: Enjoy our series of stories this week celebrating – and remembering – beloved fathers in honor of Father’s […]
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Doctor Shares How to Be a Patient Champion
Christos Fountzilas, MD, is proud to be a member of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) Patient Champions program. “PanCAN […]
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What to Know About Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) recommends clinical trials for pancreatic cancer patients. Right now, though, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) […]
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Patient Central Supports Caregiver During Pandemic
When Debbie Liang called the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) Patient Central recently, she was quite anxious. Liang’s husband, Jack, […]
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Staying Connected with PanCAN During Social Distancing
Editor’s note: Please continue to follow the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) for up-to-date information and guidelines about coronavirus […]
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Treatments Based on Patient Biology
About one in four pancreatic cancer patients have changes in their tumor that suggest certain treatments may work particularly well […]
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How Patient Central Improves the Lives of People Facing Pancreatic Cancer
Editor’s note: Especially during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Patient Central is available to provide free, in-depth and personalized resources and information […]
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Molecular Profiling Gave Patient More Options
Stage IV pancreatic cancer survivor Ken Harding was no longer having great results after nine months on standard chemotherapy. But […]
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Survivor Uses Know Your Tumor and Chooses Clinical Trial
Editor’s note: January is Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials Awareness Month. Today we share the story of a pancreatic cancer survivor […]
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Stage IV Survivor Doing Well Thanks to Clinical Trial
Editor’s note: January is Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials Awareness Month. Today we share the experience of a stage IV 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: 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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PanCAN Discusses Partnerships that Support Patients
On April 3, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) associate director of clinical initiatives, Cassadie Moravek, joined other patient advocacy […]
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PanCAN Joins National Summit on Patient Advocacy
All cancer patients deserve the best care available, but not all can receive it. For some, the problem is financial. […]
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It Starts with Someone: Susie Lemieux
Editor’s note: This previously published survivor’s story mentions PurpleStride Orange County and the Susie’s Striders Team. This year the event […]
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‘Contacting PanCAN Was the Best Thing I Did’
Editor’s note: Sadly, Gail Bamer died in July 2019. We are grateful to her for allowing her story to be […]
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How Patient Central Can Support You
Many people familiar with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) know about its Patient Central Associates – the highly trained […]
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Nutrition Resources Help Survivor Post-Treatment
Not long after Marie Durbin lost her husband to lung cancer, she started having cancer symptoms of her own. Mild, […]
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Your Role as a Pancreatic Cancer Caregiver
Pancreatic cancer caregivers can be family members, partners, close friends or anyone helping a loved one who is fighting the […]
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3 Ways to Stay Informed About Pancreatic Cancer
Interested in keeping up with the latest in pancreatic cancer research and care – but not sure where to start? […]
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Clinical Trials 101
We’re sharing a basic overview of clinical trials so you can brush up on your knowledge, get the truth about common misconceptions, […]
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Building a Support System for Patients
Getting diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and living with the disease can be confusing and highly emotional. Throughout the journey, support […]
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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Do’s and Don’ts
Your doctor diagnosed pancreatic cancer and recommended that treatment begin immediately. What do you do? First, remember that you should […]
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Caregiver Story: When We Felt Like Giving Up, PanCAN Gave Us Hope
Editor’s note: Jennifer de Leon, a caregiver for her father, gave an inspiring speech at PurpleStride Los Angeles in May. […]
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Your Treatment Plan: What You Need to Know
Upon diagnosis, pancreatic cancer patients should work closely with their healthcare team in making treatment decisions. Among the points to […]
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Exercise Tips for People with Pancreatic Cancer
Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and may help pancreatic cancer patients gain physical strength to help […]
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Tips for Managing Neuropathy, a Common Treatment Side Effect
Editor’s note: Peripheral neuropathy is a common issue pancreatic cancer patients face. Here, we share tips for managing it. Certain […]
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The Critical Role Nurses Play in the Care of Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Editor’s note: National Nurses Week is May 6-12. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) thanks and celebrates the nurses who […]
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After Diagnosis: Finding Your “New Normal”
Yes, life changes after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. But experts agree that living each day as normally as you can, […]
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PanCAN President and CEO Shares Highlights from Esteemed Precision Medicine Roundtable
Editor’s note: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) President and CEO Julie Fleshman attended the Harvard Business School (HBS) Kraft Precision […]
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Treating the Patient, Not Just the Cancer
In the field of healthcare, the term “comprehensive care” refers to the approach of treating the whole patient. Healthcare teams […]
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For Caregivers: 4 Tips to Get Better Sleep
The basic principles of self-care include eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and getting sound sleep. But for many, sleep […]
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Maintaining Hope, One Page at a Time
For newly diagnosed patients and those who have been living with pancreatic cancer, waves of fear, sadness and anger can […]
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Top Cancer Organizations Team Up for Better Treatment Outcomes
Last summer, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) shared exciting news about its role in the Harvard Business School’s Kraft […]
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Connecting You with the Best Information
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) strives to be the most helpful resource possible for those facing pancreatic cancer and […]
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Ways to Support Someone with Pancreatic Cancer
When someone you know has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, you may feel helpless or unsure of how to best […]
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CEO Julie Fleshman Talks Clinical Trials on HuffPost
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) president and CEO Julie Fleshman, JD, MBA, contributed an article titled, “Know All of Your […]
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Denver Volunteers Work Hotline with 9NEWS
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) Denver Affiliate partnered with 9NEWS for its Buddy Check9 segment dedicated to pancreatic cancer. […]
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Finding the Right Clinical Trial for You
Choosing a clinical trial on your own can be challenging. Some trial listings are out-of-date, and others require looking through […]
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Coping with Pancreatic Cancer During the Holidays
The holiday season is filled with a lot of activity: getting gifts, decorating, participating in religious traditions, gathering with family, […]
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How to Navigate Pancreatic Cancer Resources
Receiving a pancreatic cancer diagnosis can stop a family in their tracks. Not only must patients and their loved ones […]
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Steve Jobs: Still Innovating, Six Years Later
Today marks six years since Apple co-founder Steve Jobs passed away from pancreatic cancer. He was 56. Jobs suffered from […]
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Early Detection for Pancreatic Cancer
#PancChat is a monthly Twitter event for the pancreatic cancer community, hosted by Let’s Win, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network […]
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Ask Patient Central: What Are Some Ways Patients Can Reduce Fatigue?
As part of our new series, “Ask Patient Central,” where we ask a Patient Central Associate a common question they […]
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9 Delicious, Healthy Snacks for Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Snacks get a bad rap. The typical image that comes to mind is a food that’s salty, sugary, deep fried […]
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Ask Patient Central: What Can Patients Do to Manage Pain?
Today we introduce a new series, “Ask Patient Central,” in which we pose to our team a common question from […]
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Friday Fix: Think Fall in the Kitchen
With fall just around the corner, the weather is cooling down, the leaves will be turning colors soon, and yes – you […]
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The Power of Positive Thinking
When someone is diagnosed with cancer, battle metaphors often prevail – He is such a fighter! She will win this […]
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PanCAN Is Here to Help During a Natural Disaster
Whether it’s hurricanes, storms, wildfires or earthquakes, we’re all vulnerable to the risk – and reality – of natural disasters. […]
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Supportive Care for the Patient: What It Is and Why It’s Critical
Dorothy Yamamoto’s husband, Joe, is a pancreatic cancer survivor. Throughout his treatment, the couple has especially appreciated his healthcare team’s […]
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Coping with the Loss of a Loved One
Everyone experiences grief differently. Managing the loss of someone you care about can cause difficult feelings, physical sensations and behaviors. […]
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Coping with the Financial Impact of Cancer
CancerCare recently published survey findings showing the financial impact of cancer. They found that people with cancer – from those […]
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Why a Pancreatic Cancer Call Center?
A recent NPR piece highlighted an important topic: cancer call centers. Patients diagnosed with cancer need a lot of information […]
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Depression and Pancreatic Cancer
Depression can affect anyone. But it’s quite common in people facing pancreatic cancer. However, depression is a treatable condition that […]
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Cancer Care Report: Patient-centric, Evidence-based Medicine Critical for Future Success
Last year, a staggering 1.7 million Americans were diagnosed with cancer – and more than 15.5 million people were living […]
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Patient Central Is Here To Help You With Clinical Trials Information
Throughout National Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials Awareness Month, you’ve received a lot of information. We’ve shared firsthand survivor stories, provided […]
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