Hope Matters Blog

The Hope Matters blog offers helpful information and resources on cancer and related conditions, including articles on disease prevention, screenings and treatments to support informed decision-making for patients and caregivers.
Test Tubes in Lab
Jun 18, 2026
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Pancreatic Elastase Test: A Patient Guide
The pancreatic elastase test is used to help identify exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, which may be a sign of pancreatic cancer.
Illustration of internal organs highlighting the pancreas
Jun 11, 2026
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Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency and Cancer: What’s the Link?
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) occurs when the pancreas does not make enough enzymes needed for digestion, which may result from pancreatic cancer.
Doctor and Patient
Jun 4, 2026
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Blood in Stool: What It Means and What to Do
Blood in stool may be caused by a variety of factors and is usually not cancer, but it’s important to get checked by a gastroenterologist. Learn more.
Person giving themselves an insulin finger prick test
May 28, 2026
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Inhaled Insulin: What People With Diabetes Should Know
Inhaled insulin is used to treat diabetes, but should not be used by people with lung cancer or chronic lung diseases.
Close up image of leukemia cells
May 21, 2026
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Skin Rashes, Bruises and Spots: Are They Signs of Leukemia?
Leukemia symptoms may include spots, rashes, bruises or other skin-related issues that are often the first sign of cancer a person may notice.
Physician reviewing information on a tablet with a patient
May 14, 2026
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Questions for Patients to Ask Their Oncologist When First Meeting
What questions should cancer patients ask their oncologist at their first meeting, about their diagnosis, treatment, side effects and prognosis.

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