Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
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right The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a 3 non-profit that funds research, provides patient support, conducts community outreach and advocates for increased federal research funding for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer. This year, over 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network provides patients and caregivers with information about treatment options, clinical studies and additional resources. Established in 1999 as an advocacy group for those impacted by pancreatic cancer, the organization now has over 70 volunteer affiliates around country that raise awareness and funds to find a cure for pancreatic cancer. Founding Board of Directors: * Pamela Acosta, President & Founder * Terry Lieman, Co-Founder * Paula Simper, Co-Founder * Deborah Day Barbara * Rick L. Carr, R. Ph. * Stephanie Davis, Esq. * Malissa Black Lischin * Christian H F Riley, Esq. * Randolph E. Stein * Cynthia Stroum * Rick Weisheimer Current Board of Directors * Peter Kovler, Chair * Laurie MacCaskill, Vice Chair * Stephanie R. Davis, JD, MA * Tim Ennis * Julie M. Fleshman, JD, MBA * Stevan Holmberg, MBA, DBA * Jason Kuhn * Jai Pausch (widow of Randy Pausch) * Stuart Rickerson * Cynthia Stroum President & CEO: * Julie Fleshman, JD, MBA National Spokesperson * Lisa Niemi Swayze
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