π£ Did you know?
Your pancreas has two main jobs: it helps digest food by releasing enzymes and it controls blood sugar by producing insulin. It's both a digestive and endocrine organ!
π Learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu
π£ Did you know?
Your pancreas has two main jobs: it helps digest food by releasing enzymes and it controls blood sugar by producing insulin. It's both a digestive and endocrine organ!
π Learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu
We are pleased to share that the report from our recent webinar, βClinical trials for innovative pancreatic cancer treatmentsβ (27 November 2025), is now available.
π Read the full report here: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025-clinical-trials-webinar-report.pdf
Did you know? The pancreas plays a key role in digestion! It produces essential enzymes that help break down the food we eat, ensuring our bodies absorb vital nutrients.
A healthy pancreas is vital; diseases like cancer disrupt digestion & absorption
π Learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu
PCE shares the latest PancreOS update towards a coordinated EU pancreatic cancer registry network:
βͺοΈ 28 registries interested
βͺοΈ 11 contributing data
π Full report: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/pancreos-pancreatic-cancer-overall-survival-registry-in-europe-2021/
PCE shares BelΓ©n Toledoβs GENYO research stay report on EV communication in early PDAC.
Weβre proud to assist efforts that advance scientific knowledge & collaboration
π Full report: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/2025-early-career-investigator-eci-short-term-scientific-stay-award-s3a-2/
Did you know? The pancreas regulates blood sugar by producing important hormones like insulin and glucagon, helping to maintain balanced energy levels.
π Raising awareness about pancreatic health is key! Share to help spread the word.
π Learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu
Join our growing network across Europe and beyond!
If youβre part of a pancreatic cancer patient support or advocacy group, or involved in patient care or research, we invite you to become a member.
Visit https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/members/ to become a member and support our cause.
Support PCE and make a real difference π
Your donation helps us raise awareness, support patients and families, and expand access to trusted information.
Donate today to help improve lives and strengthen the patient community across Europe.
PCE unites the community under one European voice to drive early detection as a priority.
The 10th anniversary campaign, βBe the difference for the next decade,β will run throughout the year.
Learn more: https://shorturl.at/75xwe
Did you know? The pancreas helps your body use and store energy from food. When cancer develops, this function can be disrupted, leading to severe health issues.
Early detection is challenging, so awareness and research are crucial!
π Learn more & spread awareness: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu
As we wrap up our chapter spotlight, we turn to Chapter 6: My navigation throughout diagnosis and treatment π§
π Download the summary board and full booklet for pancreatic cancer care:
https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/treatment-opportunities-for-pancreatic-cancer-project/
PCE has launched a physical activity & pancreatic cancer video series for people living with pancreatic cancer. π€ΈπΌπ§πΌ
πββοΈ Video 5 shares practical tips to benefit from physical activity.
π Watch Video 5 and learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/physical-activity-and-pancreatic-cancer-2/
On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we proudly recognise Ilse Rooman, Eithne Costello, Raquel BenΓtez, Maria Olana and BelΓ©n Toledo for for their leadership in contributing to pancreatic cancer research and innovation within PCE. π¬
Thank you for shaping pancreatic cancer research. π
PCE is pleased to share the final interview with BelΓ©n Toledo, recipient of the 2025 Short-term Scientific Stay Award (3SA).
π₯ Watch the final interview:Β https://youtu.be/XgrJFpFBmHw
#PancreaticCancer #CancerResearch #EarlyDetection
As we continue sharing key chapters from the Treatment Opportunities and Pancreatic Cancer booklet, we now focus on Chapter 5: Supportive and palliative care. π₯Β
π Download the resources to learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/treatment-opportunities-for-pancreatic-cancer-project/
PCE has launched a physical activity & pancreatic cancer video series for people living with pancreatic cancer.
π Watch Video 4: youtu.be/kTXTCVLJOoA
and explore more: pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/phys...
PCE has launched a physical activity & pancreatic cancer video series for people living with Pancreatic Cancer.
Video 4 explores the interaction between nutrition and physical activity.
Watch the video and learn more : pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/phys...
World Cancer Day reminds us that early understanding of cancer saves lives. Pancreatic cancer is rising across Europe, especially in younger people. DISCERN uses data from 900,000 people and AI to improve early detection, risk assessment and prevention.
What does βcell-free DNAβ or βPanINβ mean?
Our new PANCAID Glossary explains key #pancreaticcancer and research terms in clear, accessible language.
π pancaid-project.eu/for-patients...
Thanks to all teams for input and to @pce-europe.bsky.social for checking the entries for accessibility!
As part of our chapter spotlight, we turn to Chapter 4: Clinical trials π§ͺ
π Learn more about clinical trials in pancreatic cancer: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/treatment-opportunities-for-pancreatic-cancer-project/
As part of our ongoing series highlighting the Treatment Opportunities and Pancreatic Cancer booklet launched late last year, we now turn to Chapter 3.
π Find more info on treatment options:Β https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/treatment-opportunities-for-pancreatic-cancer-project/
PCE has launched a physical activity & pancreatic cancer video series for people living with pancreatic cancer. ππ½π
Video 3 looks at the effects of physical activity.Β
π Watch Video 3 and learn more: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/physical-activity-and-pancreatic-cancer-2/
Following our booklet launch late last year, we are continuing to highlight key chapters from Treatment Opportunities and Pancreatic Cancer focusing today on Chapter 2: Surgery.
pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/trea...
PCE has launched a new physical activity & pancreatic cancer video series for people living with pancreatic cancer. ππ»πββοΈπ΄πΏ
πͺ Video 2 focuses on muscle health βessential for movement, breathing, metabolism & energy.
π Watch Video 2 β Letβs know the muscle
Learn more: https://shorturl.at/52qhm
Late last year, we launched the Treatment Opportunities and Pancreatic Cancer booklet to support patients, families & HCPs with evidence-based information.
Weβre now sharing key chapter summaries, starting with Chapter 1: I have the diagnosis, what is next? π©Ί
π Resources: https://shorturl.at/yvLtC
PCE has launched a new physical activity and pancreatic cancer video series created for people living with pancreatic cancer. πββοΈ π΄ββοΈΒ
π½οΈ Video 1 kicks off the series by answering a simple but important question: What is physical activity?
Learn more: https://shorturl.at/6Pm7L
π’ Report Now Available!
CPE and @pce-europe.bsky.social hosted a webinar exploring how the new #EUHTA Regulation can help bridge the gap between policy and real-world access to innovative therapies.
π The full report is now available: lnkd.in/enG5RNzz
New from PCE: a physical activity video series for people living with pancreatic cancer. π§ββοΈ πββοΈ π΄
Starting with the trailer, weβll release one short episode each week, sharing practical guidance to support wellbeing.
Watch the trailer and learn more: pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/phys...
PCE had the privilege to interview Chris Verslype, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at KU Leuven, Belgium.
π Watch the full interview here:
PCE is pleased to launch the βTreatment Opportunities and Pancreatic Cancerβ booklet.
A clear, accessible guide to help patients and carers navigate treatment options with confidence.
Download here: https://pancreaticcancereurope.eu/project/treatment-opportunities-for-pancreatic-cancer-project/