Pancreatic Cancer
Mary-Claire King. Photo: Instagram
November 19, 2025, 9:38 am
Mary-Claire King and the secrets written in our DNA
While pancreatic cancer is the eighth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, it’s estimated that it will be the third most common cause of death from cancer in 2025.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Mark and his family. Photo: Cara Mand
November 21, 2024, 8:59 am
A legacy of love
Mark Baker was no stranger to death. But when it came knocking for him, he did what he does best. Wrote. Jessica Abelsohn spoke to Mark's wife, Michelle Lesh, about his final memoir, A Season of Death.
By Jessica Abelsohn
Artist Jeffrey Kelson with his work.
May 11, 2023, 12:36 pm
Melbourne artist dedicates exhibition to hospital
Kelson's wish is to give back all proceeds from the sale of his pieces to the Cabrini Foundation, in support of palliative and supportive care services.
By AJN STAFF
From left: Jessica Abelsohn, Daniel Goulburn, Bronnie Taylor MLC, Dr Marjorie O'Neill, Gabrielle Upton MP, Professor Tracey O'Brien, CEO and chief cancer officer of Cancer Institute NSW. Photo: Nadine Saacks
November 21, 2022, 1:51 pm
‘It’s About Time’ to shine a light on pancreatic cancer
The 2022 global World Pancreatic Cancer Day campaign, with the theme 'It's About Time', was once again brought to Australia by local community members.
By AJN STAFF
The #PurpleOurWorld family with ambassador Tracey Spicer and newsreader Peter Overton at a function held to mark the sails of the Sydney Opera House turning purple for pancreatic cancer.
November 10, 2022, 11:40 am
Always look on the bright side
'Time is fleeting when it comes to pancreatic cancer.'
By Jessica Abelsohn
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