A core aspect of our mission is to be a reference source for the pancreatic cancer community, from patients and families to those at a higher risk for developing pancreatic diseases. The risk factors for developing pancreatic cancer include ones we can control, such as smoking and lifestyle, as well as those we have no control over, including family history. Knowing your family health history is important for learning about your cancer risk. Our Family Genetics section offers valuable tools to assist patients, families, and those with an increased risk for the disease. If you or your loved ones are at an increased risk due to environmental factors or family genetics, our resources are here to help guide you on a path to prevention. We are here to help, don’t hesitate to contact Patient Support for more information.
A brief overview of genetic counseling to help better understand how genetics play a role in one’s risk for developing pancreatic cancer. It is also recommended that all pancreatic cancer patients undergo genetic testing to guide treatment.
Learn more about the importance of family genetics, early detection, and high-risk tumor registries in addressing pancreatic cancer, particularly in high-risk individuals and communities.
The PRECEDE Consortium aims to revolutionize early detection and patient support for high-risk individuals through personalized monitoring and comprehensive risk management. Its goal is to increase the 5-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer to 50% over the next decade.