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Awareness Month

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

November 1, 2026 — November 30, 2026 Recurs yearly

An oncology team reviews abdominal imaging with a patient and family in a modern cancer center, highlighting early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and compassionate care for pancreatic cancer.

2026 Theme

No official theme announced

Campaign Representation

Officially represented by the Purple Ribbon.

Campaign Description

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month is an annual global campaign that raises awareness of pancreatic cancer, promotes recognition of its often-subtle symptoms and risk factors, encourages earlier diagnosis, supports research into improved treatments, and advocates for better care and support for patients and families.


Key Priorities

  • Raising awareness of pancreatic cancer
  • Promoting recognition of symptoms and risk factors
  • Encouraging earlier diagnosis
  • Supporting patients and caregivers
  • Improving access to treatment
  • Advancing research and innovation
  • Increasing public understanding of pancreatic cancer


Key Concepts

  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Digestive system
  • Early diagnosis
  • Jaundice
  • Risk factors
  • Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Precision medicine
  • Clinical trials
  • Survivorship

Resources & Related Content

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network – https://www.pancan.org