Mission:Cure Blog
The Mission: Cure Blog is written by our team, medical experts, and members of our community in an effort to bring the latest developments and resources to patients and share the pancreatitis experience.
Highlights from PancreasFest 2023
Our team got together in Pittsburgh, PA last month for PancreasFest 2023, where pancreas doctors and researchers come together to find new ways to improve
5 Delicious, Low-Fat Soup Recipes for Pancreatitis
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup to bring comfort when you’re feeling under the weather. But what happens when your “under the
New Clinical Trial Testing Paricalcitol Aims to Treat Pain in Chronic Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is the inflammation of the pancreas. Chronic pancreatitis is when repeated episodes of inflammation lead to fibrosis–or scarring–that damages the pancreas. This fibrosis can
Cracking the Kernel: Eating Popcorn With Pancreatitis
If you’re living with pancreatitis, you’ve probably had your fair share of questions during snack time. Picking the right foods can make a real difference
Coffee and Pancreatitis: Is it Safe to Drink?
People with pancreatitis are told to give up quite a few of the major guilty pleasures: drinking, smoking, steak, pizza, french fries, ice cream, and
Vaping and Pancreatitis: What You Need to Know
Electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as e-cigarettes or vapes, have gained popularity in recent years, with approximately 5.6 million adults and 2.5 million middle and
30 Self-Care Journal Prompts for Those with Chronic Illness
Do you remember the first time you wrote in a journal? I do. When I was just 11 years old, I started journaling during a
New Clinical Study Aims To Detect Pancreatic Cancer Earlier in At-Risk Patients
Certain people with chronic pancreatitis are at a high risk of getting pancreatic cancer. In fact, people with pancreatitis and PRSS1 mutations (also known as
5 Nonalcoholic, Pancreatitis-Friendly Mocktail Recipes
Alcohol consumption can worsen pancreatitis, leading to painful flare-ups and long-term damage. While it can be difficult to let go of our favorite drinks, it’s