Talk to a Doctor: Pancreatic Cancer Awareness in the Black Community

PanCAN President and CEO Julie Fleshman is joined by Marcus Noel, MD, an oncologist and researcher at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital to answer questions about pancreatic cancer in the Black community. Dr. Noel addresses a range of including:
The disparities experienced by the Black community, including how Black Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer than any other racial or ethnic group
The importance of understanding personal and family risk and how to manage it
How PanCAN Patient Services can help patients with pancreatic cancer and their caregivers navigate the healthcare system
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Do you know someone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer? The expert Patient Services case managers at PanCAN partner with patients and families at every step, offering free, personalized information and resources. Call 877-2-PANCAN, email [e-mail] or visit pcan.at/pty. Associates are available Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. PT.
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The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) vision is to create a world in which all patients with pancreatic cancer will thrive. Our mission is to take bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, building community, sharing knowledge, and advocating for patients.