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PanCAN-authored Paper Explores Pain and Depression in Patients with Pancreatic Cancer
A new PanCAN-authored paper uses feedback provided by patients with pancreatic cancer to identify trends in reporting pain. Among the […]
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Personal Values and Treatment Decisions: Questions to Ask
A pancreatic cancer diagnosis can come with a range of emotions. Shock, sadness, anger, frustration, regret. All of them are […]
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Meal Planning for Caregivers: Save Time, Prep and Organize
Tackle meal prep by portioning meals and then freezing or refrigerating them.
Three Questions with Juan Piña: PanCAN Patient Services Navigator
Juan Piña serves the Spanish-speaking community through his work as a Case Manager.
The Club: Turning Grief Into Action by Helping Others
Lauren Postyn lost her mom, Susan Schultz, on March 3, 2022, to pancreatic cancer. Here, she shares how she continues […]
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Patients: Consider Adding a Dietitian to Your Care Team
Jeannine Mills discusses how a dietitian can help pancreatic cancer patients.
Six Tips for a Self-Care Routine
PanCAN offers five ideas for patients and caregivers to engage in self-care.
New Research from PanCAN Focuses on Pain Management
Early and ongoing pain management is critical – and it’s not happening enough.
Caregivers and Mental Health
PanCAN talks about ways to support caregivers for people with pancreatic cancer.
Addressing Mental Health: Five Ways PanCAN Can Help
During National Mental Health Month, PanCAN is sharing resources to improve well-being.
Friends, Family, PanCAN an Anchor in the Storm
The PanCAN community brings hope and support to pancreatic cancer survivor Amanda Winge.
A Second Chance
Rick Hackman shares how he and his wife, Nicki, navigated her pancreatic cancer journey.
The Grand Damme of Dignity
Lauren Postyn shares the eulogy she wrote for her mom, Susan Schultz, the “Queen of Everything.”
Listen to Patients, Improve Education to Combat Cancer Cachexia, Workshop Advises
A recent workshop yielded new insights into how to improve treatment for cachexia.
From Keto to Vegan: What to Know About Different Diets
Dietitian Maria Petzel discusses the pros and cons of several popular diets.
Focus on What Your Body Needs, Stay Positive, Says 12-Year Survivor
Pancreatic cancer survivor Diana Roth talks about how proper nutrition fuels health.
Living with Pancreatic Cancer: Enjoying Culturally Significant Meals
Modifying recipes allows patients with pancreatic cancer to enjoy traditional dishes.
What to Know About Common Nutritional Challenges for Patients with Pancreatic Cancer
For patients with pancreatic cancer, good nutrition is critical.
Caregiving Throughout the Circle of Life: Present, Patient and Kind
Brian Gareau shares how caring for grandkids helped shape end-of-life care.
When the “H” Word Means Gratitude: Hospice the Right Decision for Mom to Live Life to the Fullest
A family turns to hospice to help mom live life to the fullest.
