Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

“PanCAN PurpleStride is about coming together. It’s not just a walk, but a walk with a purpose.” – Charles F., PanCAN PurpleStride Team Captain 💜👟 Walk with a purpose at PanCAN PurpleStride, the ultimate walk to end pancreatic cancer, happening in nearly 60 communities across the nation on Saturday, April 26, 2025! By participating in PurpleStride, you make it possible for people with pancreatic cancer to receive free, personalized support through PanCAN Patient Services, giving those affected the resources and information they desperately need. Learn more about PurpleStride and register for free today at http://pcan.at/ivu6fp.

RUN DON'T WALK: Registration for #PanCANPurpleStride 2025 is now OPEN! 🏃💜 When you register and raise $50+, you’ll earn the official PanCAN PurpleStride 2025 T-shirt. Pick up the pace of your fundraising and become a member of the Grand Club when you raise $1,000+ for your event. Plus, you’ll also snag an exclusive gift! 🎁 Find the event near you and register for FREE today at purplestride.org! We can’t wait to see you at our biggest fundraising event of the year on Saturday, April 26, 2025. 👟

We want to take a moment on National #SportsDay to thank all the sports teams across the country who support PanCAN! 💜 From high school and university teams to professional clubs, from hockey to baseball to lacrosse, athletes come together to wear purple, host fundraisers and auctions and raise much-needed awareness to end #pancreaticcancer. We are so grateful! ⚾🏈🥍👟⛳ Tag your favorite sports team in the comments! 🏅

Juan Piña ayuda a los pacientes y a sus familias a navegar un diagnóstico de cáncer de páncreas trabajando como orientador del programa de Servicios para el Paciente de PanCAN. 💜 "Mis padres son inmigrantes de México, y por esa razón quiero apoyar a la gente que habla español", dijo. "Siempre he querido ayudar a la gente y hacer lo que pueda para ser una mejor persona". Como parte de nuestra campaña de celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, le invitamos a conocer más sobre Juan y su trabajo con PanCAN ➡️ http://pcan.at/87usry —— Juan Piña helps patients and families navigate a diagnosis of #pancreaticcancer through his work as a PanCAN Patient Services Navigator. 💜 “I am a first-generation kid whose parents immigrated to this country from Mexico, which has led me to empathize with and want to help the Spanish-speaking community,” he said. “I’ve always felt this sense that I want to help people. I always want to do what I can to be a better person.” As part of our campaign celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, we invite you to learn more about Juan and his work with PanCAN ➡️ http://pcan.at/m4mq0y

She’s famously known for playing “Half Pint” on “Little House on the Prairie,” but there’s nothing small about Melissa Gilbert’s commitment to improving the lives of everyone affected by pancreatic cancer. 💜 Just in time for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month in November, Melissa's lifestyle brand officialmodernprairie is supporting PanCAN by launching a specially curated collection. The Modern Prairie x PanCAN capsule collection is set to debut today, also marking a significant milestone: the 50th anniversary of the beloved hit series “Little House on the Prairie” this fall. 🌾🌻 🌽 From tote bags to pie carriers, there will be something that everyone will love. Proceeds* from the collection will benefit PanCAN, funding vital resources, services and research that drive progress for this disease. In 1991, Melissa lost her mentor, friend and acting partner, Michael Landon, to #pancreaticcancer. And in 2009, Melissa lost her dear friend Patrick Swayze, whom she had known since the early 80s. More than 30 years later, she is more committed than ever to honoring their memories, educating her community and fighting for the future. For more information on the Modern Prairie x PanCAN special collection of products, visit ➡️ http://pcan.at/r1pwgn

When you contact us, you'll be connected with a highly trained and compassionate Case Manager who can provide free, personalized resources to those facing #pancreaticcancer. 💜 Survivors, family members and caregivers can: 💡 Learn about all aspects of pancreatic cancer ⚠️ Understand pancreatic cancer symptoms and how the disease is diagnosed 🔬 Get information about specialists and treatment, including clinical trials 🍎 Learn tips about diet and nutrition and find recipes 💻 Get a list of local or online support groups 🏥 Find help navigating health systems and insurance 🧪 Receive support for Know Your Tumor Service 📰 Gather information for High-Risk Individuals 💬 Discover resources in Spanish Learn more about our Patient Services professionals at ➡️ http://pcan.at/yvvowm and contact us today at 📱 877-2-PANCAN or by email at 📧 patientservices@pancan.org

In the fight against #pancreaticcancer, Representative Anna Eshoo has been a relentless and steadfast champion in the halls of Congress. 💜 In 2009, Rep. Eshoo said to PanCAN advocates, "It seems to me that it is within our power to do something about pancreatic cancer. In fact, we're going to." And throughout her Congressional career, she's done just that. Ahead of her retirement from Congress, PanCAN President & CEO Julie Fleshman and members of the PanCAN community gathered to honor, celebrate and express their gratitude to Congresswoman Eshoo for her many years as a champion for patients and their families. From the passing of the Recalcitrant Cancer Research Act to the first-ever federally funded pancreatic cancer research program, Rep. Eshoo has been a leader through it all. SHARE your favorite memory of Rep. Eshoo in the comments! 💜

Our volunteers are at the heart of PanCAN! 💜 A few weeks ago, we brought together #PanCANVolunteer leaders from PanCAN Affiliates across the country at our National Volunteer Affiliate Forum in Dallas, TX! During the event, volunteer leaders participated in workshops, met fellow volunteer leaders, heard inspiring messages from PanCAN leadership, and saw firsthand how they are fueling our mission to improve outcomes for people with #pancreaticcancer! 💬🤝🎗️ Are you interested in becoming a PanCAN volunteer? Let us know here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gSrQ8CQg and learn how you can make a difference right where you are! 📍

¡Estamos buscando voluntarios de habla hispana para nuestra Red de Sobrevivientes y Cuidadores! 💜🤝 Aprende más en ➡️ https://bit.ly/3zJR10W We're searching for Spanish-speaking volunteers to join our Survivor & Caregiver Network! 💜🤝 Learn more at ➡️ https://bit.ly/3zJR10W

Vea el seminario de PanCAN, “Navegando la nutrición y el cáncer de páncreas”, ahora disponible con subtítulos en español. 🥦🍓🫐💜 Watch PanCAN's webinar, “Navigating Nutrition and Pancreatic Cancer,” now available with Spanish subtitles ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gAURNKw3 #HispanicHeritageMonth