Webinar: Why Does Someone Develop Pancreatic Cancer?
This webinar was co-hosted by the National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) and Ariel Precision Medicine on October 28th, 2020.
- Why do some people develop pancreatic cancer whiles others don't?
- What factors contribute to a person’s risk for pancreatic cancer?
- How can genetic testing benefit me and my family if I am at risk of developing pancreatic cancer?
Get answers these questions and more during this recorded webinar.
Ariel Precision Medicine provides genetic testing that can help you better understand your risk of pancreatic cancer, the 7th highest cause of cancer mortality in the world and 3rd in the US. The National Cancer Institute estimates that there will be nearly 50,000 deaths in the US due to pancreatic cancer in 2021. 2. This will account for almost 7% of all deaths caused by cancer in 2021. Pancreatic cancer is anticipated to surpass colorectal cancer to become the second leading cause of death from cancer before 2030.
Please use the links below to jump to specific topics discussed within the webinar.
Disclaimer: This webinar is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the judgement or decision-making of your physician or healthcare provider. Please consult with your physician with any questions specific to your case.
Pancreatic Cancer Background 5:39
Risk Factors 7:05
Prevention Factors 22:20
Genetic Variants 28:26
Differences In Genetic Testing Services 29:15
Hereditary Disposition 30:42
Genes Associated With an Increased Risk of Pancreatic Cancer 31:26
Genetic Testing for Pancreatic Cancer 38:19
Q&A 47:04
To develop a deeper understanding of this complex disease, visit us at https://www.arielmedicine.com/
To explore the resources available from the National Pancreas Foundation (NPF), visit https://pancreasfoundation.org/
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