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Pancreatic Cancer: Hope, Progress, and Support

Learn about the rise of pancreatic cancer, the latest statistics, advancements in treatment, and how we support patients and raise awareness. Join us in the fight against pancreatic cancer!

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Pancreatic Cancer: Hope, Progress, and Support

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  1. Pancreatic Cancer — What We Know Today • Pancreatic cancer is on the rise • More than 56,700 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019 —this is a 2% increase over last year’s diagnoses • Deaths caused by pancreatic cancer surpassed breast cancer a few years ago, and it remains on track to overtake colorectal cancer to move to the 2nd leadingcause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. around 2020 • But There is Hope and Progress….. Sources: American Cancer Society Cancer Facts & Figures report estimates; Pancreatic Cancer Action Network News

  2. Pancreatic Cancer — What We Know Today • Hope and Progress • New statistics show that after increasing from 6 to 9% between 2014 and 2017, the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer remains at 9% this year • Unprecedented progress taking place in laboratories and clinics to extend and improve the lives of patients facing the disease today and in the future Sources: American Cancer Society Cancer Facts & Figures report estimates; Pancreatic Cancer Action Network News

  3. Pancreatic Cancer — What We Know Today • Clinical trials have helped clarify the best approaches to treat patients before and after surgery • Growing evidence that precision medicine can be beneficial to patients outcomes • Improvements in researchers and clinicians ability to identify, measure and manage risk. More efforts to devise effective early detection strategies Sources: American Cancer Society Cancer Facts & Figures report estimates; Pancreatic Cancer Action Network News

  4. Our Mission • Fund medical research leading to improved diagnosis, more effective treatment and a cure for pancreatic cancer • Promote public awareness of pancreatic cancer through education • Reduce human suffering caused by pancreatic cancer by giving direct financial aid to pancreatic cancer patients

  5. Who We Are • Connecticut 501(c)(3) non-profit since 2010 named in memory of Ron Foley, a West Hartford resident and Travelers executive, who passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2005 • Foundation officers and board members are leaders from diverse industries, and includes a pancreatic cancer survivor

  6. Who We Are • Medical Advisory Board consists of medical practitioners, healthcare consultants, researchers and professors • Office in West Hartford Center with three part-time employees and a very active volunteer team

  7. What We Do • Sponsor a series of annual events to build awareness and raise funds for pancreatic cancer medical research,education and patient assistance • Best known for our major fundraiser “Ron’s Run for the Roses,” Connecticut’s premiere Kentucky Derby day event • Voted the “Best Charity Event” by readers of Hartford Magazine in 2017 and 2018 and “Best Charity Gala” of 2018 for “Best of West Hartford” presented by WHMedia

  8. Who We Support • Medical Research & Education • Granted more than $650,000 • Carole & Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center at UConn Health • Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Hartford Hospital • National Pancreas Foundation • Western Connecticut Health Network • Yale Cancer Center • ** Grants as of 12/31/18

  9. Who We Support • Public Awareness and Education • Granted $50,000 to the National Pancreas Foundation for its educational symposium • Sponsored multiple pancreatic cancer health education seminars for the general public in the Greater Hartford area and three Physician’s Education Symposia with Hartford HealthCare • Sponsored two pancreatic cancer panel discussions with Western Connecticut Health Network in Danbury and Westport

  10. Who We Support • Public Awareness and Education • In 2017, sponsored lecture by guest expert in the field of immunology for medical professionals and medical students at UConn Health • In 2018, a major sponsor of the first pancreatic cancer medical symposium conducted by Yale Cancer Center

  11. Who We Support • Direct Patient Aid • Since 2012, the Ron’s Rescue Fund has provided financial aid to patients fighting pancreatic cancer to help alleviate financial burdens • We have raised more than $236,000 and granted more than $183,000 to patients across New England, New Jersey and New York • ** Data as of 12/31/18

  12. Other Ways We Sponsor and Support • World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition Member • Ron Foley Day at the Yard Goats • Eversource Hartford Marathon • November Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month • World Pancreatic Cancer Day • Candlelight Vigil • Rock Away Pancreatic Cancer at New Country Motor Cars

  13. Who Supports Us • New Country Motor Cars Group of Hartford • Ron’s Run for the Roses • Presenting Sponsor for six years • 2014 - 2019 • Host SponsorRock Away Pancreatic Cancer

  14. Who Supports Us “Ron’s Run for the Roses” major corporate sponsors ** 2018 Sponsors

  15. How You Can Help and Be Involved • Sponsorship Opportunities • Auction Item Donations • Volunteer Opportunities • Spread the Word • Attend the Event

  16. For More Information • Office: 1000 Farmington Avenue Suite 108A West Hartford, CT 06107 • E-mail: info@ronsrun.org • Phone: 860-521-0500 • Website: www.ronsrun.org • Facebook: www.facebook.com/ronsrun

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