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Pancreatitis: what is it and is it a risk factor for pancreatic cancer?
We do not know exactly why pancreatitis is a risk factor for pancreatic cancer. However, research does shown that there is an increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer if you have chronic pancreatitis.
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The meaning behind the purple pansy
The pansy symbolises remembrance and is a very special flower to us at Pancreatic Cancer Action. The purple pansy used to be the charity logo, and we still, to this day, stock our purple pansy pin badges for people to wear in remembrance of their loved ones.
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Knowing the silent symptoms of pancreatic cancer could save your life
After former England manager, Sven-Göran Eriksson issued a public farewell, we urge everyone to be vigilant about the early symptoms of the disease, which is often overlooked until it is too late.
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Is pancreatic cancer curable?
Experiencing symptoms of pancreatic cancer and being diagnosed can be a stressful time for patients, their families and their friends and often the first question after diagnosis is: “can I be cured?”
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