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January is National Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials Awareness Month
Learn about clinical trials and how to find one that may be right for you. Click to learn more.
Clues to the mechanism, timing of pancreatic cancer metastasis provided by research grant recipients
The recent edition of the very prestigious journal Cell included two research articles and an overview related to pancreatic cancer metastasis (spread), written by Pancreatic Cancer Action Network grant recipients. Click to learn more.
Grant recipient finds protein necessary for the development and progression of pancreatic cancer
Marina Pasca di Magliano, PhD, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network grant recipient, published a study on the critical role of mutant K-Ras in all stages of pancreatic cancer. Click to learn more.
American Cancer Society (ACS) releases Cancer Facts & Figures 2012
The American Cancer Society's new report on cancer statistics reinforces the need for us to urgently fight to advance research, support patients and create hope for anyone facing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Click to read our statement.
New study supports previous data that processed meats may increase risk of pancreatic cancer
Researchers from Sweden performed a large analysis of previously published studies evaluating risk factors for pancreatic cancer, and found a link between processed meats and pancreatic cancer. Click to learn more.
Join us in Washington, DC on March 10, 2012 for a Symposium on Pancreatic Cancer
We invite patients/survivors, their caregivers, family members, friends and healthcare professionals to join us for an informative symposium about pancreatic cancer. Topics include Diagnostic Tools, FDA Treatments and Clinical Trials, Genetics, Diet and Nutrition information, Complementary Medicine, Pain and Side Effect Management and Recent Research in Pancreatic Cancer. Click to register.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network named as one of the top high-impact nonprofit organizations in U.S.
A group of 46 experts identified the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network as 1 of 16 high-impact nonprofits working in the field of cancer in the U.S. The award is based on the overall impact the organization has made and their organizational strengths. Click to learn more.
Our goal is to double the pancreatic cancer survival rate by 2020
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is doubling its efforts to increase pancreatic cancer survival rates by announcing The Vision of Progress: Double the Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rates by 2020. This bold new initiative intensifies efforts to raise awareness, support patients and intensify advocacy for a national research strategy. Click to learn more.
Learn about pancreatic cancer: the various types, symptoms, risk factors and more.
Pancreatic cancer is a difficult disease to understand. We provide comprehensive information to help inform and educate you on all aspects of the pancreas and pancreatic cancer. Click to learn more.
If you or a loved one is facing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis we can provide information, resources and hope.
Please contact our Patient and Liaison Services (PALS) Program at 877-272-6226 or email us at pals@pancan.org. We will provide no-cost comprehensive disease information, as well as information on managing pain, diet and nutrition, clinical trials and so much more. Click to learn more.
Tell Congress to Act on Pancreatic Cancer in 2012!
Make your voice heard by telling your members of Congress to act on pancreatic cancer legislation as soon as they return from the winter recess. Click here to contact your Senators and here to contact your Representative.

           
     

 


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