The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network hosted 60 PurpleStride events Saturday to help end the world's deadliest cancer, including right here in Houston.Thousands of Houstonians showed up this weekend to take a big stand against the world's deadliest cancer.Pancreatic Cancer Action NetworkThe event raised more than $323,000 for research that will end the disease, blasting past PanCAN's original $220,000 goal.
James "JR" White is a husband, father, friend, and more. He loves going to concerts with his family, traveling the world, biking 20 to 30 miles daily, and working in real estate. But these are all things he can't do as often anymore. White described the painful side effects he had endured since his diagnosis. He has lost weight, developed diabetes, became sensitive to certain smells, experienced frequent nausea, and suffered short-long memory loss.White and his family found resources, support, and a community through PanCAN. The organization helps educate the public about the disease, fund research, advocate for legislation, host support groups for survivors and caregivers, and connect people to patient services.