How we aim to achieve our mission
The Portuguese Pancreatic Association is full member of the Pancreatic Cancer Europe.
6th leading cause of death among global major cancers with a five-year survival rate in the single digits.
This year alone, approximately 470,000 people worldwide will die from pancreatic cancer.
Right now, there is no standard early detection test for the general population. This November, the WPCC will again elevate the global conversation about this deadly disease to help more people around the world understand symptoms and risks of pancreatic cancer. Say “Hello Pancreas” by joining us in raising awareness and hope across the globe.
The Portuguese Pancreas Association was recently created with the goal of promoting and developing Portuguese research in the field of pancreatic pathology, with a special emphasis on collaborative and interdisciplinary projects; encouraging studies in basic and clinical research in pancreatology, providing networking opportunities and creating a platform for collaborative research; connecting with its international counterparts to exchange knowledge and experiences, as well as to cooperate on projects of mutual interest to its members; and organizing meetings, seminars, conferences, or congresses dedicated to research and literacy/knowledge development in pancreatic pathology.
It is a comprehensive association encompassing the different specialties and related areas of medicine, such as general surgery, gastroenterology, imaging, endocrinology, interventional radiology, intensive care, internal medicine, medical oncology, anesthesiology, psychiatry, genetics, psychology, nutrition, nursing, and others.
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