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Research Spotlight
Editor’s note: November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to shine a light on one of the deadliest cancers. […]
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Raising Awareness of Risk Factors: Four Ways to Take Action
Black Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer than any other racial/ethnic group in the United States. […]
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PanCAN’s Continued Commitment to Health Equity
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month, an annual commemoration of the history, stories and accomplishments of Black Americans. […]
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Continuing the Conversation: Pancreatic Cancer in the Black Community
After PanCAN’s recent webinar, we answer additional questions from attendees.
Let’s Talk About: Inequities in Access to Genetic Testing
Dr. Rodriguez discusses inequities in access to genetic testing and education.
Genetic and Biomarker Testing Led Nick Down a Successful Treatment Path
Nick Pifani had genetic, biomarker testing because his family members were diagnosed.
Brave Enough to Keep a Promise: My Journey to Genetic Testing
PanCAN volunteer Kara Saldeen has lost multiple family members to pancreatic cancer.
Let’s Talk About: Hesitation, Fear and Genetic Testing
Genetic counselor Linda Rodgers-Fouché on common concerns, why it’s OK to be nervous.
What is Genetic and Biomarker Testing
PanCAN Chief Science Officer Lynn Matrisian explains testing, answers common questions.
The Latest in Early Detection for Pancreatic Cancer: Webinar Highlights
A panel of experts discusses screening tests to find pancreatic cancer earlier.
After Losing Our Dad to Pancreatic Cancer, We Got Genetic Testing
Three sisters who lost their dad to pancreatic cancer want to know their risk.
Do You Know Your Risk?
If you have a first-degree relative (parent, child or sibling) who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, you may have an […]
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Task Force Updates Pancreatic Cancer Screening Recommendations
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) continues to recommend against population-wide screening for pancreatic cancer, as announced today on […]
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Lynch Syndrome and Pancreatic Cancer Risk
About 10 percent of pancreatic cancer cases are thought to be hereditary – caused by an inherited genetic alteration that […]
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Brother’s Tumor Caught Early, Thanks to Genetic Testing
Editor’s note: In light of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and our focus on the importance of biomarker and genetic testing, […]
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