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Rep. Fattah Supports Legislation to Fund Pancreatic Cancer Research

By admin - Posted on November 10th, 2009

11/06/09 -- Congressman Fattah released the following statement in observance of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

Washington, DC – “Pancreatic cancer is a rare and perplexing disease yet, it is the fourth leading cause of death by cancer in the United States. This year, more than 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with the disease and more than 35,000 will die from it. That number is far too high.

“To find a cure for pancreatic cancer researchers have to know more about this disease. That is why I am lending my full support to H.R. 7045, The Pancreatic Cancer Research and Education Act. The legislation is the first of its kind to call for a significant infusion of funds for research and education concerning this killer cancer. » read more »

In Memoriam: Randy Pausch, "Last Lecture" Professor, Passes

By admin - Posted on July 26th, 2008

Innovative Computer Scientist at Carnegie Mellon, Launched Education Initiatives, Gained Worldwide Acclaim for Last Lecture

PITTSBURGH, July 25, 2008 — Randy Pausch, renowned computer science professor at Carnegie Mellon University, died July 25 of complications from pancreatic cancer. He was 47.

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