A simple blood test may help detect pancreatic cancer early
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the world. The reason it’s so dangerous is that it’s often found too late.
Many people...
Why smoking makes pancreatic cancer worse
Scientists have long known that smoking increases the risk of many types of cancer, including pancreatic cancer.
But a new study by researchers at the...
Too much insulin may trigger pancreatic cancer, study finds
A new study from the University of British Columbia has uncovered a direct link between high insulin levels and pancreatic cancer.
This research helps explain...
A better way to fight deadly pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a dangerous and fast-growing form of pancreatic cancer. It spreads quickly and is very hard to treat.
Sadly, only about...
This blood test can catch pancreatic cancer early
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous cancers. It’s often discovered too late, when it has already spread, making treatment very hard.
But a...
Gallstones may be an early warning sign of pancreatic cancer, study finds
Scientists at Boston Medical Center have found a surprising connection between gallstones and a deadly type of pancreatic cancer called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).
Their...
Research shows cause of early pancreatic cancer and how to treat it
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer. It’s very hard to detect in the early stages, and by the time it’s...
New target found for treating deadly pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers. The most common type, called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), spreads very fast and is hard to...
New discovery could help fight deadly pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the toughest cancers to treat, especially a type called pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. It spreads quickly and is very hard...
What causes pancreatic cancer and how to reduce your risk
Pancreatic cancer is a serious illness that starts in the pancreas, a small organ located behind the stomach.
The pancreas has two important jobs: it...