Jefferson Pancreas Cancer Tumor Registry (JPTR) A research study to help define inherited risk factors, environmental exposures, and occupational factors that lead to the development of pancreatic cancer. Participants are asked to complete a questionnaire and may be asked to submit a blood sample. Individuals eligible for enrollment include: - Patients (treated at any medical institution) with a confirmed diagnosis of pancreatic cancer - Adults with one first degree relative (parent, sibling, child) with pancreatic cancer - Spouses of patients (recorded as a control group)
NCI's PDQ (Physician Data Query) (An NCI database that contains the latest information about cancer treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, and supportive care, plus clinical trials.)
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCANs Patient and Liaison Services (PALS) is a comprehensive, free call-in information program which provides extensive information about pancreatic cancer, including: treatment options, clinical trials, specialists, support groups, diet and nutrition and more.)
American Medical Association (consumer-oriented health information including news, specific conditions, interactive health, children's health, and others.)
