Chronic pancreatitis is a known risk factor for the development of pancreatic cancer. However, the genetic alterations that cause this chronic inflammation and therefore predispose the patient to malignant transformation […]
The ABC’s of Finding A Clinical Trial with Dr. Anand
Clinical trials are scientific studies conducted to find better ways to prevent, screen for, diagnose, or treat disease. Clinical trials are used to study which medical approaches work best for […]
UCLA’s 2019 Hirshberg Activity Summary Report Released
The 2019 Activity Summary from UCLA, a report that outlines the work we’ve funded on campus and evaluates the remarkable advances made in research and patient care, is now available. […]
$5.75 Million Grant to Help Researchers Study Obesity, Inflammation and Pancreatic Cancer
A combined team of Hirshberg Foundation-affiliated researchers from UCLA has been awarded a grant for $5.75 million to study the effects of obesity on pancreatic cancer formation. This grant will […]
Genetic Counseling for Pancreatic Cancer Patients and Families: Review and Updates During COVID-19
Many of the ways in which patients are able to receive care have changed in light of COVID-19. In order to keep our pancreatic cancer community informed, we are providing […]
Dr. Girgis Presents “Pancreatic Cancer: Advances in Research and Patient Care” for 2020
In response to the changing landscape of patient care brought on by COVID-19, we are providing a series of free webinars to provide virtual support and resources to our patients […]
