News and Stories About Biomarker Testing

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Research Spotlight by Dr. Anna Berkenblit: July 2025 

July 23, 2025

Editor’s note: The “Research Spotlight” series is written by Dr. Anna Berkenblit, PanCAN’s Chief Scientific and Medical Officer. Each month, […]
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Continuing the Conversation: Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials  

February 12, 2025

PanCAN recently hosted a webinar titled “Clinical Trials: At the Leading Edge of Progress.” Our panel had a wide-ranging conversation […]
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Clinical Trials Key Part of Treatment Journey for Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

January 14, 2025

Pranathi Perati almost cancelled the endoscopy appointment she had scheduled. Antacids seemed to be helping the abdominal discomfort she had […]
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Research Spotlight – Pancreatic Cancer: A Look Back at 2024

December 17, 2024

While pancreatic cancer remains one of the toughest cancers to treat and is predicted to become the second-leading cause of […]
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FDA Approves New Targeted Therapy for NRG1 Fusion-Positive Pancreatic Cancer: What You Need to Know

December 5, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted accelerated approval for a new drug targeting a tumor alteration called NRG1 […]
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Know Your Tumor Uncovers Rare Mutation, Leads to Effective Treatment for Patient

September 10, 2024

Most mornings, 66-year-old Luis Rios begins his day with movement, whether it’s a walk, light weightlifting or some other physical […]
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Precision Medicine: What’s Next? A Q&A with PanCAN Leaders

August 13, 2024

Pancreatic cancer stands apart as a difficult disease to prevent, diagnose and treat. Of all the major cancers, it is […]
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Continuing the Conversation: Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials

July 16, 2024

PanCAN recently hosted a webinar titled “Spotlight on Clinical Trials: A PanCAN Conversation.” Hundreds of patients, caregivers and loved ones […]
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Breaking Down Barriers to Pancreatic Cancer Research: Two New Publications Highlight PanCAN’s Work

March 25, 2024

Through the SPARK health data platform, PanCAN breaks down barriers to pancreatic cancer research by making real-world patient data accessible […]
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PanCAN Publishes “Roadmap” for Treating Patients With Pancreatic Cancer

April 14, 2023

PanCAN’s position statements focus on getting patients on the “Right Track.”

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Put Your Health First, Says Six-Year Survivor

February 1, 2023

Teona Ducre raises awareness and encourages patient self-advocacy.

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Six-Year Survivor Finds Purpose, Brings Hope to Others Through Social Media

November 18, 2022

Crystal Morgan shares her journey through social media with equal doses of humor and wisdom.

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Another FDA Treatment Approval Underscores Promise of Precision Medicine

September 22, 2022

The FDA granted approval for a treatment targeting a genetic alteration called RET fusion.

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The Fifth Card, Love

July 13, 2022

Troy and Jennifer Florence share their “five-card poker hand” for facing pancreatic cancer.

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New FDA Treatment Approval Underscores Importance of Biomarker Testing

June 29, 2022

FDA approves combination of drugs based on specific mutation driving cancer growth.

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Taking Charge, Finding Answers

June 28, 2022

After a successful treatment put her in the national spotlight, Kathy Wilkes urges biomarker testing.

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A Pancreatic Cancer Journey to Healing

February 22, 2022

Biomarker testing pinpointed effective treatment for Joanie Kriens’ pancreatic cancer

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Five-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survival Rate Increases to 11%

January 12, 2022

The one percentage point increase signifies important progress.

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Hope, Homework and Allies: Doctor, also a Patient, Advises All Three

January 5, 2022

Dr. Ira Sharp benefits from clinical trial, gives back as PanCAN volunteer

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The Importance of Patient Diversity in Clinical Trials

January 5, 2022

Patient diversity in clinical trials is key to progress.