be aware so that when they set dreams or goals, they’re healthy enough to fulfill and live.”
Black Americans are more likely to get pancreatic cancer than any other racial or ethnic group. They have the highest incidence rate of pancreatic cancer in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute SEER data.
Although there are many pancreatic cancer risk factors, there is evidence that this disparity is more related to social and access issues rather than biology.
People at higher risk should listen carefully to their bodies, be aware of any symptoms that are out of the ordinary and openly communicate with their healthcare team. Some examples of pancreatic cancer symptoms include back or stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, jaundice and digestive challenges.
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