News

See below for news about the charity, the latest on PCRF-funded research and developments in pancreatic cancer research around the world. Information and contacts for journalists can be found on our 'media' page.

18 January 2012

Promising new blood test for pancreatic cancer

A promising new blood test for the most common form of pancreatic cancer has been reported by researchers at the annual Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium in San Francisco this week. Read more ...

13 January 2012

Research suggests a link between processed meat and pancreatic cancer

Researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden have issued a report in the British Journal of Cancer concerning the consumption of processed meat in relation to pancreatic cancer. Read more ...

04 January 2012

Cardiff University's pancreas molecule research launches

Researchers from Cardiff University are about to begin a five year research project studying a molecule that may naturally protect the pancreas against cancer. They will also investigate cells which may link pancreatitis and cancer. Read more ...

02 January 2012

Trace elements associated with pancreatic cancer risk

A new study has found that high levels of the trace elements nickel and selenium may lower the risk of developing the most common type of pancreatic cancer, whereas high levels of lead, arsenic, and cadmium could boost the likelihood of developing the disease. Read more ...