The pain, the uncertainty, the exhaustion of advocating for yourself — living with pancreatitis affects your mental health in ways that don’t always get talked about. In our new video series with Give an Hour, trauma-informed facilitator Julie Wells walks through what you should know — and what you can do about it.
Pancreatitis & Mental Health: What You Should Know (Part 1) Read More »
Learn how a pancreatitis dietitian can help you navigate nutrition, find individualized support, and manage your condition more effectively. Watch this free recorded webinar with Kevin Walton, MS, RDN from Massachusetts General Hospital.
Working with a Dietitian in Pancreatitis Care: What to Expect & Why it Matters Read More »
At a recent Mission: Cure patient education webinar, Dr. Yasmin Hernandez-Barco of Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, joined by Katharine Provencher of the IgG4ward! Foundation, walked attendees through the essentials of autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP): what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatment options are available today. The conversation sparked so many great
Autoimmune Pancreatitis Webinar Q&A Read More »
Dr. Freeman answers the most common questions caregivers ask about pediatric exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI).
Pediatric Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency FAQ: Part 1 Read More »
Dr. Roberts walks you through how to pick the right supplements, especially for pancreatitis, digestive issues, or nutrient deficiencies.
Step-By-Step Guide for Finding High Quality Supplements Read More »
High triglyceride levels can affect people in different ways. High triglycerides often don’t cause symptoms, so many people don’t realize their levels are elevated until a blood test. When triglycerides get extremely high, they can sometimes cause physical signs (like small yellow skin bumps) and can raise the risk of serious complications, including acute pancreatitis
A Community for People Navigating High Triglycerides Read More »
We have some exciting news for people living with pancreatitis caused by the FCS genetic mutation. The FDA has approved REDEMPLO® (plozasiran), a new treatment from Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals that lowers triglycerides and reduces acute pancreatitis attacks in adults with Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS). This is an important step for people with FCS and a meaningful
FDA Approves New Treatment for Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) Read More »
High triglycerides are one of the leading causes of pancreatitis, and for some people, extremely high levels can be caused by a rare genetic condition called Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS). We’re excited to share a new resource created for and by the FCS community in partnership with Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals. This was specifically designed for people
New Resource: Managing Life with FCS – A Peer Support Toolbox Read More »
In this webinar with expert Dr. Andres Gelrud, we explore the basics of triglycerides and pancreatitis, getting tested for metabolic causes associated with acute pancreatitis, what high triglyceride levels mean, and the steps you can take when triglyceride levels are elevated.
Triglycerides and Pancreatitis Webinar Read More »
For people living with IgG4-Related Disease (IgG4-RD), treatment can be complicated. The disease is rare, often misdiagnosed, and can affect many different organs. When it affects the pancreas, it is called Type 1 Autoimmune Pancreatitis (AIP). Steroids are usually the first treatment doctors prescribe because they quickly reduce inflammation, improve symptoms, and induce remission, and
The Risks of Steroid Use for Type 1 Autoimmune Pancreatitis (IgG4-RD) Read More »
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