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.
Camp Hope: Rebecca’s Wish Brings Summer Fun to Pediatric Pancreatitis Patients
For many children, summer camp is a highlight of their year – a time to make new friends, explore the great outdoors, and create lifelong
8 Inspiring TED Talks Worth Watching When Living with a Chronic Illness
Chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cancer, pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, arthritis, and heart disease, are widespread in the United States, affecting 6 in 10 adults according
6 Best Support Groups and Resources for Pancreatitis Patients
Pancreatitis is a debilitating condition that affects the pancreas, causing inflammation and damage to the organ. Treatment options are limited, which can make life with
Cracking the Code: How to Lower Your Medical Bills and Take Control of Healthcare Costs
Did you know that nearly 1 in 10 American adults – approximately 23 million people – are struggling with unpaid medical debt? According to a
Using Your Voice: One Patient’s Advice on Establishing the Best Care for You
Unsure of the treatment she was receiving, Elizabeth Stutzmann devised a system to establish the best care to treat her pancreatitis In 2020, Elizabeth Stutzmann
Rare Disease Day 2023: Bringing Awareness to Those Living With A Rare Disease
There’s an old medical saying that doctors are taught while in medical school: “When you hear hoof beats, think horses, not zebras.” This medical slang
Easing Chronic Pancreatitis Pain | Johns Hopkins Pancreatitis Pain Program
https://youtu.be/_zWfitacbnA In this Mission: Cure patient education webinar, Dr. Speed and Dr. Treisman discuss the Johns Hopkins Pancreatitis Pain Program. Pain is a difficult and
10 of the Best Jobs for People with Chronic Pain in 2023
Have chronic pain and looking for a job? Finding a job when suffering from chronic pain can seem like a daunting task. Many people worry
New Clinical Trial Testing a Repurposing Drug, Proglumide, Aims to Treat Pain in Chronic Pancreatitis
Acute pancreatitis, a life-threatening condition, occurs suddenly and is often idiopathic (meaning, for unknown reasons). Although treatment specific to the disease is lacking, it usually