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PANCREATIC CANCER

African-American Patient Guide
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What can lower my chances of getting pancreatic cancer?

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Certain lifestyle choices are associated with a lower risk of pancreatic cancer.

Avoiding alcohol and smoking
Eating a healthy diet
Exercising regularly
Using protective gear (like goggles or gloves) if you work with chemicals

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Written by: Jasmine Mitchell, University of California Santa Barbara

Edited by: Dale O’Brien, MD, Cancer Patients Alliance

Formatting and content by: Raewyn O’Haire, AB, Cancer Patients Alliance

Consultant: Neil Atam, University of California Santa Barbara

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Pancreatic resection: a key component to reducing racial disparities in pancreatic adenocarcinoma
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