What will it take to cure pancreatic cancer? A global effort and a world of champions to lead the way. Today, we’re taking the time to recognize World Cancer Day and we’re excited to shine a light on the diverse people and places bringing us closer to a cure. As you learn about communities beyond our backyard, we invite you to make a donation and contribute to the Hirshberg Foundation’s worldwide effort.
Twenty years ago, the Hirshberg Foundation launched the Seed Grant program, the first of its kind and an international driving force in the research space. Most recently, recipients like Péter Hegyi, MD at Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary and Oren Parnas at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Jerusalem, Israel at the helm are two of many scientists helping us gain momentum.
Partnerships are paramount in the Foundation’s global efforts. Funding annual symposiums at the American Pancreatic Association (APA) conference has allowed us to support medical professionals from all backgrounds dedicated to fighting this disease. The Foundation’s membership in the World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition since its inception also remains an important part of raising awareness in November and on World Pancreatic Cancer Day every year.
When it comes to partnership, global sports equipment company JR286 remains key to accomplishing our mission and those roots runs deep. Owned by Jon Hirshberg, son of Ron Hirshberg – the inspiration for the Hirshberg Foundation, JR286 has played a pivotal role in funding research, connecting patients with the Foundation, and providing countless in-kind donations to support participants of our signature events. Tour de Pier Asia continues to be an exciting event at JR286, raising awareness and funds in the eastern hemisphere. You’ll find passionate employees sporting purple apparel on World Pancreatic Cancer Day and raising awareness in November!
As researchers do their part and the Foundation leads collaborative efforts, we know that we could not fund these critical programs and awareness campaigns without a global community! Our biggest event of the year, the LA Cancer Challenge, welcomes virtual participants from every corner of the world from the U.S. to Belgium, the Virgin Islands to Canada, and Vietnam and Serbia to name a few!
Around the world and in your own community, people are banding together to win the fight against this disease. The American Cancer Society’s most recent Global Facts & Figures Report shares surveillance data on the number of pancreatic cancer diagnosis around the world.
Pancreatic Cancer is impacting lives around the world, however, February is also a great time to think about cancer prevention. There is not better day than today, to speak with your doctor about cancer screenings, genetic counseling, and how to tackle the onset of type 2 diabetes.
Learn more about how to support our efforts and raise awareness near and far!
