rachel60+FollowDocs on the Hunt for Hidden Cancer CluesBig NHS move: GPs are now digging into patient records to spot early signs of pancreatic cancer—one of the deadliest out there. If you’re over 60, recently diagnosed with diabetes, and lost weight without trying, your GP might reach out for extra tests. The goal? Catch this sneaky cancer before it’s too late. It’s all about giving people a fighting chance, and honestly, it could be a total game-changer for survival rates. #PancreaticCancer #NHS #EarlyDetection #Health #BodyHealth40Share
Kristi Key+FollowNHS’s Bold Move to Catch Pancreatic Cancer EarlyThe NHS is rolling out a new plan to catch pancreatic cancer sooner by checking patient records for red flags like sudden weight loss and new diabetes in people over 60. GPs will reach out if you’re at risk and get you tested ASAP. Since this cancer is usually caught late (and survival rates are rough), this could be a total game-changer. Early diagnosis = better odds. If your GP calls, don’t ignore it! #PancreaticCancer #NHSEngland #EarlyDetection #Health #BodyHealth70Share
Ryan Lewis+FollowCould a Simple Blood Test Save Lives?A new blood test might finally crack the code on catching pancreatic cancer early—something that’s been nearly impossible until now. The test, being trialled in the UK, looks for cancer markers in people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (a major risk factor). Early results? It’s 68% accurate at spotting early-stage cancer and 97% at ruling it out. If this works, it could mean way more people get diagnosed in time to actually fight back. Game-changer? Fingers crossed! #PancreaticCancer #EarlyDetection #HealthNews #Health #BodyHealth280Share
Michelle Welch+FollowPancreatic Cancer Patients Skipping Meals?!Imagine having to skip meals just to make your meds last. That’s what’s happening to people with pancreatic cancer in the UK right now. There’s a major shortage of Creon, a drug that helps them digest food, and it’s gotten so bad that some are eating only once a day or driving miles just to find it. Pharmacists say it’s the worst shortage they’ve seen, and patients are seriously struggling. How is this even a thing in 2024? #HealthCrisis #PancreaticCancer #MedicineShortage #Health166Share
rachel60+Follow3 Sneaky Signs You Shouldn’t IgnoreA cancer surgeon just dropped a viral TikTok warning about three subtle signs of pancreatic cancer—the 'silent killer' with shockingly low survival rates. Watch out for weirdly low blood sugar (like sudden hunger or new diabetes issues), unexplained tummy or back pain (especially if it gets worse lying down), and yellowing eyes (jaundice). Early detection is everything, since most people don’t catch it until it’s too late. If you spot any of these, don’t wait—get checked! #HealthAlert #CancerAwareness #PancreaticCancer #Health1879Share
Charles Christensen+FollowAlcohol & Pancreatic Cancer: The Surprising LinkTurns out, your happy hour habit might come with a hidden risk. A massive new UN study found that drinking alcohol—especially beer and spirits—can up your chances of getting pancreatic cancer, even if you don’t smoke. The more you drink, the higher the risk: just one or two drinks a day could bump your risk by over 10%. And for heavy drinkers, the numbers get even scarier. Wild, right? Time to rethink that extra round? #HealthNews #PancreaticCancer #AlcoholAwareness #Health6825Share
rachel60+FollowCould This Stop Pancreatic Cancer Early?Scientists just found a way to potentially stop pancreatic cancer before it even starts! By blocking two genes (FGFR2 and EGFR), researchers slowed or even prevented early cancer growth in lab tests. Since pancreatic cancer is usually caught late and is super deadly, this could be a total game-changer—especially for people with a family history. Imagine treating those sneaky “pre-cancer” cells before they ever get dangerous. Fingers crossed this moves to human trials soon! #PancreaticCancer #CancerResearch #MedicalBreakthrough #ScienceNews #Health22336Share
Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowPancreatic Surgery May Not Be Needed?Turns out, not everyone with high-risk pancreatic cysts needs surgery! A new Japanese study found that if you don’t have invasive nodules in your cysts, you might be able to skip the knife and just get monitored instead. Patients without these nodules had great survival rates—even without surgery. This could mean fewer people going through risky, tough recoveries for no reason. Major news for anyone facing a scary diagnosis! #PancreaticCancer #HealthNews #MedicalResearch #CancerAwareness #SurgeryAlternatives #Health70Share
Ryan Lewis+FollowHope for Pancreatic Cancer PatientsExciting news from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory! Researchers have discovered a method to 'intercept' the spread of pancreatic cancer. This breakthrough focuses on inhibiting FGFR2 and EGFR proteins, slowing tumor growth. It's a ray of hope for patients and families battling this aggressive disease. 🧬💥 #CancerResearch #MedicalBreakthrough #HopeForACure #PancreaticCancer #Health732Share
