PROpatient Clinical Trial

The UGICR and associated studies were pleased to present posters and an oral presentation at the 2023 Australian Clinical Registry Annual Scientific Meeting “Innovation for Impact”. A fantastic event! @ACTA_org @ACTAcommunity @Monash_SPHPM @PROpatientTrial

🍲🟣 Our FREE recipe book advises how best to combat cancer-induced weight loss and other eating-related problems whilst undergoing #pancreaticcancer treatment. Order a copy now 📲 bit.ly/45TiKH5

This year’s unmissable Great Debate will feature an all-star line-up deconstructing one of the hottest topics in healthcare right now: #AI. Watch Dr @SaskiaFreytag, Dr Cameron Snell and Prof @karinv battle it out with Dr David Speakman, Dr Helen Frazer and Prof @CharlesSwanton 🥊

Concerned about pancreatic cancer or seeking information? Our patient information booklets are easy to understand and ideal to have at hand to answer questions you may have. 🔗 pancreaticcanceraction.org/help-and-suppo…

Can high-dose radiation treatment after standard chemotherapy improve survival rates for patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer that cannot be removed surgically? A clinical trial aims to find out. letswinpc.org/research/chemo…

The University of Melbourne is seeking women cancer survivors aged 18+ to complete an anonymous online survey to share their experiences. Go to: melbourneuni.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25… #Cancer #CancerSurvivors

Cancer Australia’s interactive body map is a great visual tool to explore the symptoms of some of the most common #cancers that can develop in the body. To find out more visit canceraustralia.gov.au/interactive-bo…

Should you have adjuvant chemotherapy–treatment after pancreatic cancer surgery? Dr. Marco Del Chiaro explains that the evidence says “yes.” letswinpc.org/research/adjuv…

Dr. Vinod Balachandran provides the latest data on the mRNA pancreatic cancer vaccine, now headed to a phase II clinical trial. letswinpc.org/research/mrna-…

PROpatient Clinical Trial - Final Site Updates | May 2023 mailchi.mp/1ee0c05f8666/s…

Congratulations to Dr. Nadia Khan on her newly conferred PhD! This is an amazing effort and we are lucky to have had Dr. Khan on the team! Nadia N Khan, PhD "Supportive Care Utilisation In Pancreatic And Oesophagogastric Cancers" bridges.monash.edu/articles/thesi…

The team at PROpatient are happy to announce we have now completed all recruitment for the trial!🥳 Thank you again to all the clinicians, researchers and especially the selfless participants, whose dedication and generosity has made this trial possible. 🙏

Congratulations to ACTA's immediate past Board Chair Prof John Zalcberg who has been awarded the Officer of the Order of Australia (AO). We acknowledge your extraordinary contribution to the field of oncology and of course your enduring support for ACTA & its vision.

Exciting developments in a new #pancreaticcancer trial announced at @ASCO this weekend. A combo of 3 drugs was shown to increase overall survival & progression-free survival- the last positive phase 3 study was 10 years ago. Read more: bit.ly/43yfY8O

It’s #NationalVolunteersWeek & we’d like to show our appreciation for all our wonderful volunteers, & thank them for their hard work! We are so lucky to have such an amazing group of individuals who continue to help make a difference in the lives of #pancreaticcancer patients 💜

We understand that a cancer diagnosis can be a life-changing event & it's only natural to experience many emotions during this time. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will not only help with coping with the diagnosis but also recovering from treatment. panact.org

@PanKind_APCF is proud to have partnered with @QIMRBerghofer on this important trial that aims to support carers through a loved one’s journey with #PancreaticCancer.

Pancreatic cancer symptoms can be very vague. What are important symptoms to look for? letswinpc.org/symptoms/

Want more information about cancer? Visit Our Mob and Cancer, a new website co-designed by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer, your families, communities, and the health professionals who care for you. ourmobandcancer.gov.au #ourmobandcancer

Registrations are now open for our 2023 #PutYourFootDown walks! Join us this year & help advocate for more funding & better action on #pancreaticcancer. Visit our website here to register, putyourfootdown.org.au or click here to host your own walk communitywalk.putyourfootdown.org.au