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Two Drugs Stir Hope for Treatment of Deadly Pancreatic Cancer

A recent New York Times report highlights two experimental drugs generating optimism in the treatment of pancreatic cancer, a disease long known for its aggressive nature and limited treatment options. Researchers say these therapies are showing encouraging early results by targeting specific cancer pathways and helping slow tumor growth in patients with advanced disease.

While more studies and clinical trials are still needed, the progress represents an important shift in a cancer type where breakthroughs have historically been rare. New treatment approaches like these reinforce the value of continued investment in research, early innovation, and patient participation in clinical trials.

At Sky Foundation, we believe hope begins with science—and every advancement brings us one step closer to better outcomes for patients and families facing pancreatic cancer.

🔗 Read the original article: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/21/business/pancreas-cancer-experimental-drugs.html?unlocked_article_code=1.c1A.PVvK.hzGx2EqCiv7x&smid=nytcore-ios-share

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Sky Support Circle

Continuing the Legacy of Compassion The Sky Support Circle was created in the spirit of our founder, Sheila Sky Kasselman,
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2025 Sky Awarded Researchers

Dr. Harrison L. Hiraki Harrison L. Hiraki, PhD — Rogel and Blondy Cancer Center (University of Michigan) Dr. Hiraki is advancing our understanding of how the pancreatic-cancer microenvironment influences disease progression and therapy response. One of his recent
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Sky Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director

    Sky Foundation Announces Successor & New Executive Director July 10, 2023 – Bloomfield Hills, Mich. – Sky Foundation, Inc. is thrilled to introduce Jody Skonieczny as their new Executive Director.  Jody is succeeding
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