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FORCE - Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered

https://www.facingourrisk.org/

866-288-RISK (7475)

FORCE improves the lives of the millions of individuals and families facing hereditary breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal and endometrial cancers. Our community includes people with a BRCA, ATM, PALB2, CHEK2, PTEN or other inherited gene mutation and those diagnosed with Lynch syndrome. We accomplish this through our education, support, advocacy and research efforts. We are dedicated to providing up-to-date, expert-reviewed information and resources that help people make informed medical decisions. Our strong, supportive community of peers and professionals ensures no one must face hereditary cancer alone. FORCE serves as a champion, unifying the community and advocating for awareness, access to care, and better treatment and prevention options.

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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

https://pancan.org

(877) 573-9971

PanCAN's 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. PANCAN offers: Research: We fund transformative research — everything from early detection to innovative new treatment approaches. Patient Services: We provide information about treatment options, diet and nutrition, support resources and more, and we can answer all your questions along the way. Advocacy: We work with thousands of grassroots advocates to urge Congress to increase federal research funding for pancreatic cancer, and we get results. Community: Be part of our movement! You can volunteer locally, participate in a PurpleStride community event or host your own fundraiser.

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Pancreatic Cancer Screening Program

https://www.augustahealth.org/cancer-care/pancreas

1411 Laney Walker Boulevard , Augusta, GA 30912

706-721-6458

Some people have an increased risk of pancreas cancer. A family history of pancreas cancer can lead to genetic testing that permits understanding and management of this risk. Annual screening with MRI is recommended is selected situations and this screening should be performed in a specialized clinic. If you have a personal or family history of pancreas cancer, you can assess for screening at go.augusta.edu/pancreas

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The Lustgarten Foundation

866-789-1000

As the nation’s largest private funder of pancreatic cancer research, we aren’t simply another voice in the dialogue calling for earlier detection and better therapies for pancreatic cancer, we started the conversation. Our responsibility is profound. We shine a spotlight on pancreatic cancer and do everything possible to improve the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. And we do this by funding leading-edge research.

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The National Pancreas Foundation

https://pancreasfoundation.org/

866.726.2737

To fulfill its mission, the National Pancreas Foundation provides research grants on an annual basis that are made directly to researchers to provide ground-breaking research for pancreas disease. NPF is the only foundation dedicated to patients who are suffering from all forms of pancreas disease – pancreatic cancer, acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pediatric pancreatitis and FCS.

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The National Pancreas Foundation

https://pancreasfoundation.org/

866.726.2737

To fulfill its mission, the National Pancreas Foundation provides research grants on an annual basis that are made directly to researchers to provide ground-breaking research for pancreas disease. NPF is the only foundation dedicated to patients who are suffering from all forms of pancreas disease – pancreatic cancer, acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pediatric pancreatitis and FCS. The NPF is a nationally recognized organization with a growing nationwide network of state chapters. Chapters are organized by geographic location to serve pancreatic disease patients and families by providing various educational, support/networking, leadership, fundraising and social opportunities on the local level. There is a chapter located in Georgia. Please visit website to connect.

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Georgia CORE

 

Georgia CORE bridges the gap between groundbreaking research, educational outreach, and effective advocacy to transform the landscape of cancer care for all Georgians.