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LETβS PUT AN END TO PANCREAS DISEASE
Enough
Small Talk
LETβS PUT AN END TO PANCREAS DISEASE
Patient Stories
Rachel’s Story
Iβve had stomach issues for as long as I [...]
Sarah’s Story
How old were you when you first had your [...]
Jordan’s Story
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Dee’s Story
My exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) symptoms started in my [...]
Our Impact
$5 Million
Awarded over 5 million
in grants
$.93 of every dollar raised
supports NPF programs
Endorses over 170
Centers of Excellence
Over 30 programs for
patients and physicians
What Is The Pancreas?
The pancreas is an organ and a gland. Glands are organs that produce and release substances into the body.Β The pancreas contains glands that release substances to help with digestion and control blood sugar. Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are common pancreatic conditions. Other pancreas conditions include pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer.
Physician Programs
Upcoming Events
Initiatives
Black/African American Guide to Pancreas Disease
Cookbook & Pocket Guide
The NPF Healthy Family Recipes for Pancreas Disease includes recipes for pancreatitis patients (chronic and pediatrics) as well as pancreatic cancer. There is even a kid-friendly section. Available to purchase or download a free e-flip version. It is complemented by our Eat Healthy, Live Better pocket guide.
Camp Hope
Ways To Get Involved
Join a chapter
Volunteers fuel awareness of pancreatic diseases while helping promote events and expand patient, public, and professional education.
Share your story
Sharing your personal or caregiver experience with pancreas disease helps create awareness while supporting and advocating for others.
Fundraise
Help us fund vital pancreatic research programs by hosting an event such as golf, run, gala, sporting event or even a bake sale.
Every dollar counts!
Legacy giving
Giving in memory can help fund groundbreakingΒ pancreatic research programs while honoring the memory of your loved one.
Birthday giving
Celebrate your birthday and help our fight against pancreas disease by creating a Facebook birthday campaign in 6 simple steps.
Get social with us
Help NPF spread the word by following our social media, commenting, and sharing. Together we can expand awareness!
Find a Center of Excellence Near You
Finding a Center is easy. Enter your address or pin your location, choose the center type and radius. If there is a Center of Excellence it will show on the map.
Alternatively, click one of the following buttons to see a list of pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer centers by state.
Connect With Us
What You Should Know as a Patient Diagnosed with a Pancreatic Cyst
The momentum is rolling, we already have 20 teams signed up. Donβt wait, register your team today for the 2023 PancreasBowl! π³
https://bit.ly/NPFPB23
#pancreasbowl #npfpancreasbowl
Register Today! NPF has partnered with The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for a patient webinar on Pancreatic Cysts. Featuring Surgeon Alessandro Paniccia, MD and Pathologist Aatur Singhi, MD PhD.
Date: Thursday, September 20, 2023
Time: 7:00p.m.ET
RSVP: ...https://bit.ly/npfwebinar
#pancreaticcare #chronicdisease #PancreasDisease #SpreadAwarenessNow #NationalPancreasFoundation #pancreasdisease #NPFeducation #pancreas #PancreasHealth #pancreatic #NPF #healtheducation #npf #healthcare #pancreascyst #universityofpittsburgh #patients
Cookout season is still underway, especially with the return of Football. Try something new and plan your cookout with pancreas-friendly recipes like Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa from our cookbook. http://bit.ly/npfnutrition
Comment below on your favorite pancreas friendly cookout meal. ...π₯ #HealthyCookout #PancreatitisAwareness
The U.S. Pain Foundation, Pain Connection offers support and sources that are dedicated to empowering people with chronic pain to improve their quality of life. You are not alone, find a support group and resources to help you cope with pain.
http://bit.ly/painconnection
#painawarenessmonth... #painisreal #chronicpain
Join us in Chicago on Oct 13 at The Drake! -
Join us Oct 13 @ 6Pm at the Drake for a night of celebration and fundraising.
mailchi.mpWe're getting ready to roll with PancreasBowl 23! Events will be held between October to December 2023. Get your teams ready and sign up today! π³ https://bit.ly/NPFPB23
#pancreasbowl #pancreasbowl23 #npfpancreasbowl
πΊπΈ Remembering September 11th πΊπΈ
Today, we pause to remember a day that changed our world forever. September 11th, 2001, is a date etched into our collective memory, a day of tragedy and heroism.
Let's take a moment to honor the lives lost, the heroes who rushed in to help,... and the resilience of our nation. πβ€οΈ
#NeverForget #September11 #UnitedWeStand
π National Suicide Prevention Week π
During this important week, let's remember that our words, actions, and support can make a world of difference. Reach out, listen, and let someone know they're not alone. π Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741.
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#SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #NSPW #HopeMatters
