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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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Research Shows Racial Inequalities in Cancer Care
Editor’s Note: In honor of National Minority Health Month, we would like to shed some light on the issues of […]
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Handstands for PanCAN
Editor’s note: We are sad to report that Emily Koski passed away of pancreatic cancer in November 2019. She was […]
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2018 Year in Review: Top 10 Pancreatic Cancer News Stories
Editor’s note: Today’s edition of the 2018 Year in Review series features the 10 most popular news stories on the […]
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New PanCAN PSA Video on Symptoms Urges Early Detection
Knowing the symptoms of pancreatic cancer and getting it diagnosed early could save your life. This message is delivered personally […]
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How to Ask for Help When Fighting Pancreatic Cancer
Many of us are taught from a young age to be independent and take care of things ourselves. But when […]
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Tips for Long-distance Caregivers
Editor’s note: The coronavirus pandemic and preventative measures that followed – including social distancing and reducing travel – have resulted in many people being […]
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Two Great Women, Two Great Movies
Editors note: Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sharon Jones are two extraordinary women who battled pancreatic cancer and reached remarkable heights […]
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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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Summer Safety Tips for Patients on Treatment
Editor’s note: This previously published article has been updated as of July 2020 to include important tips related to the […]
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U.S. News & World Report Features Chief Medical Officer
In a recent U.S. News & World Report article, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) Chief Medical Officer Victoria Manax, MD, […]
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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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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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Supporting Caregivers as They Care for Others
Editor’s note: In light of Caregiver Appreciation Month, we’re sharing a previously published blog about caregiver support. PanCAN salutes all […]
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2017 Year in Review: Advocacy in Action
In 2017, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) advocates raised their voice and moved the needle toward our goal of doubling […]
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2017 Year in Review: Top 10 News Stories
Editor’s note: This article is another installment in our “Year in Review” series recapping the year’s top stories in pancreatic […]
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Consumer Reports Rates PanCAN Top Charity for Giving
During the holiday season of generosity and year-end giving, it’s important to donate with confidence, knowing that your contribution is […]
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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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Yoga and Meditation: Finding Peace and Power along the Journey
The valuable skill of adapting to change, with as much care and understanding as possible, is particularly important for every […]
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Discovery Channel Clinical Trials Series: Episode 2 – “Treatment”
The second episode of the three-part Discovery documentary on clinical trials, First in Human, follows the gripping story of three […]
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Gail Coleman: Demanding Better Through Research
Editor’s note: Our focus for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month is “Demand Better. For Patients. For Survival.” Each week, we’re bringing […]
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USA Today Publishes Op-Ed Detailing the Importance of Clinical Trials
USA Today has published an op-ed detailing the importance of clinical trials and why they are an integral part of […]
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Friday Fix: What’s in Season for August
Heading to the Farmer’s Market? Don’t let August slip by without making a trip, and let our guide to all […]
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Friday Fix: 4 Tips for Controlling Weight Loss from Pancreatic Cancer
Weight loss is especially common in people with pancreatic cancer. It can be associated with treatment or with the disease […]
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PanCAN Joins Best-In-Class Leaders for Roundtable at Harvard Business School
Last month, we shared news highlighting our Vice President of Marketing Jenny Isaacson, who currently sits on the committee for […]
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Miss Louisiana Raises Awareness and Funds for PanCAN
Laryssa Bonacquisti used her talents as a ventriloquist to win the 2016 Miss Louisiana competition. But since then, she has […]
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Q&A with 15-Year Survivor and Top PurpleStride Fundraiser
Cathy Quon is a 15-year pancreatic survivor and year-after-year top fundraiser at PurpleStride San Francisco, the walk to end pancreatic […]
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Leadership Breakfast Kicks Off Fundraising for PurpleStride New Jersey 2017
Earlier today, our chief communications officer Michael Rosen and vice president of marketing, Jenny Isaacson, joined community leaders at the PurpleStride […]
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Celebrating 30th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day
On Sunday, June 4, thousands of people across the cancer community will gather worldwide to honor cancer survivors and recognize […]
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10 Reasons Why Advocacy Matters (And How to Get Involved Today!)
This June, we’re celebrating the 10th anniversary of National Pancreatic Cancer Advocacy Day – and more than a decade of […]
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A Loved One Has Cancer. What do you Say? How can you Help?
“I’m so sorry I haven’t reached out. I just haven’t known what to say…” When someone you care about has […]
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Nearly 700 Pancreatic Cancer Advocates to Unite on Capitol Hill
Tomorrow, nearly 700 pancreatic cancer advocates from across the country, including more than 100 survivors, will join us on Capitol […]
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Cancer Caregivers: It’s Time to Take Control
Caring for yourself while caring for others can be just as rewarding as it is challenging. On one hand, you’re […]
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Daughter Makes Trans-Atlantic Trip to Honor Late Mother at PurpleStride Miami
In May 2015, Brazilian resident Veridiana Martinussi made a promise to her mother to walk hand-in-hand with her at PurpleStride […]
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State of the Union Addresses Urgent Need for Focused Efforts in Cancer Research
We applaud President Obama for addressing the need for more focused cancer research efforts through a new moonshot approach during […]
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