Pancreatic Cancer
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Pancreatic cancer rates are spiking in women 55 and under. Experts don’t yet know why.
While most pancreatic cancer strikes people in their 70s, one doctor says, "Sometimes patients are in their 40s, 30s and even 20s." In women, a pronounced increase in numbers has been observed, although the numbers are still very small.
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Patrick Swayze’s widow is passionate about ending pancreatic cancer, 11 years after his death: ‘His fight was so heroic’
Patrick Swayze’s widow talks about his fight to beat pancreatic cancer and her work to raise awareness of the disease.
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Alex Trebek's Wife Jean Opens Up About Relying on Her Faith During His Difficult Cancer Treatment
Alex Trebek's Wife Jean Relying on Faith During His Cancer Treatment
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'Jeopardy!' contestants organize charitable play-along to support Alex Trebek in fight against pancreatic cancer
As the semi-finals draw to a close, contestants are upping the ante — by not only raising awareness of pancreatic cancer, but raising money for its research, as well.
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Alex Trebek Chokes Back Tears After Surprise ‘Final Jeopardy’ Question
The longtime "Jeopardy" host recently announced he's going back into treatment for pancreatic cancer.
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Alex Trebek reveals he's undergoing another round of chemotherapy: 'I'm still here'
Alex Trebek announced that he is undergoing another round of chemotherapy for his stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Still, the 'Jeopardy!' host is remaining optimistic.
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Study on cannabis chemical as a treatment for pancreatic cancer may have 'major impact,' Harvard researcher says
Scientists from Harvard University's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have found evidence that a chemical derived from cannabis may be capable of extending the life expectancy for pancreatic cancer.