ACANPAN calls for action on World Pancreatic Cancer Day

On occasion World Pancreatic Cancer Day, which is celebrated this Thursday, November 21st, the Association of Pancreatic Cancer (ACANPAN) announces call for awarenesspromote research and improve early diagnosis of this disease, which is one of the lower survival rates.

With mortality in 92% up to five yearspancreatic cancer is third cause of death for cancer in Spain. In the last decade the number of diagnoses increased by 56%which will affect more than 10,000 people in 2024. Nonspecific symptoms such as abdominal pain or weight loss explain its late detection and high mortality.

Cristina Sandin, President of ACANPAN, emphasizes the importance vocational training primary care and referral centres: requires more coordinated protocols and increased investment in research as early detection can make a difference for patients.

Cities Race: 10 years driven by hope

Race of cities the fight against pancreatic cancer in its tenth edition strives raise funds and raise awareness in the community. Following the success of the race last Sunday, October 27, Vilamartin de Valdeorrasnext meetings will take place Madrid and Alicante on November 24 and in Tarragona and Estepona on December 1, in addition to virtual mode active until November 24th.

Campaign “Light purple” which symbolizes fight this diseasewill paint symbolic buildings of Spain and the world. “Every light that comes on is a call to action and a sign of support for patients and their families,” said Lara Acero, Vice President of ACANPAN.

One million euros for research

Thanks to the solidarity of participants and donors, ACANPAN has awarded more than 1 million euros to research projects under the Carmen Delgado/Miguel Pérez Mateo Fellowship. These tools support key advances in diagnostics and treatment. With 10 years of experience, ACANPAN is leading the fight against this disease. desire for more research and visibility give hope to patients and their families.