Articles for Tag: "pancreatic cancer"

Ask a Doc: What should I know about pancreatic cancer?  Featured
Ask a Doc: What should I know about pancreatic cancer?
71 percent of patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer die within the first year. A surgeon shares warning signs.
Survey: 3 in 4 people don’t know this causes increased risk of cancer 
Survey: 3 in 4 people don’t know this causes increased risk of cancer
New data from the UK finds a majority of people lack awareness about a major preventable risk factor.
Attentiveness saved mom’s life from pancreatic cancer 
Attentiveness saved mom’s life from pancreatic cancer
At age 33, Corinn Sparks never imagined her symptoms could be this cancer. Read her story.
New therapy brings hope for pancreatic cancer patients  Featured
New therapy brings hope for pancreatic cancer patients
The first major medical breakthrough in 30 years may prolong life expectancy for those with late-stage diagnoses.
How one man’s annual checkup saved his life  Featured
How one man’s annual checkup saved his life
Herman Dixon’s pancreatic cancer was detected early thanks to his routine doctor’s appointment.
Jimmy Carter’s cancer diagnosis sparks conversation 
Jimmy Carter’s cancer diagnosis sparks conversation
The former President’s announcement has people urging for older adults to be included in more clinical trials.
Celebrating 70 by walking a half marathon 
Celebrating 70 by walking a half marathon
I’ve overcome many health challenges, now I’m ready for a physical challenge.