Wellness Wednesday with Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation

Behind every pancreatic cancer diagnosis is a person who needs more than just medical care—they need connection, support, and community. Join us for a fireside chat with Rachel Sheinkop, Community Partnerships and Patient Advocate, as she takes a closer look at Harriet’s Helping Hands, Rolfe’s patient support program dedicated to connecting pancreatic cancer patients and their families with the re...

Your immune system plays a vital role in your overall health—and small, intentional changes can have a big impact. In this episode, Chris Rosandich, The Cancer Support Center’s Nutrition and Wellness Manager, shares practical strategies to strengthen immunity, from supporting gut health through nutrition to ensuring you’re getting essential vitamins and minerals. You’ll also learn simple ways to r...

Presented in partnership with  Cancer Wellness Center ,  Tempus , and  TriCan Health  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping healthcare — helping patients and providers make smarter, more personalized decisions.  In this  Wellness Wednesday  program, experts from  Tempus  and  TriCan Health  will explore how AI is being used to support cancer care, enhance communication between patients and doc...

Presented in partnership with Cancer Wellness Center and The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy Cancer-related neuropathy can be one of the most difficult and long-lasting side effects of treatment. During this month’s Wellness Wednesday, we’ll explore the causes of chemotherapy-induced neuropathy, how it affects patients, and what treatment and supportive care options are available to help mana...

Staying current with food and nutrition trends can help us feel our best and support our long-term health. This year, the focus is on mindful eating, hydration, gut health, and making simple yet powerful dietary choices that boost energy and well-being. Chris Rosandich, Cancer Support Center’s Nutrition and Wellness Manager, explores the top food and nutrition trends in 2025. Chris break’s down th...

Join the University of Chicago’s Christine Drogan, a Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, and Dr. Bradford Chong, Director of the Pancreas Program, for November’s Wellness Wednesday. Learn how you can take part in the Pancreatic Cancer Early Detection (PRECEDE) Consortium global study focused on improving Pancreatic Cancer early detection and outcomes! The PRECEDE Consortium is a group of experts...

Join us for an enlightening webinar with Dr. Allison DePersia, MD, a leading medical oncologist specializing in clinical cancer genetics at Endeavor Health’s Mark R. Neaman Center for Personalized Medicine. Dr. DePersia, a valued member of the High Risk Breast team, brings her extensive expertise in hereditary cancer syndromes, cancer risk, and screening to this important discussion. In this webin...

Chris Rosandich, MS, Nutrition and Wellness Manager, Cancer Wellness Center, has a master’s degree in Health & Nutrition Education from Hawthorn University and holds additional certifications, including Plant Based Nutrition from Cornell University and Nutrition and Cancer from Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine. Christine’s passion is to work with various people, including those with can...

Challenging and emotional conversations become the norm after a cancer diagnosis, so it’s essential to surround yourself with a broad team to educate and guide you while also making you feel comfortable and supported. This is especially true when exploring and planning for palliative and hospice services. Join us and Cancer Wellness Center in a candid discussion with Dr. Martha L. Twaddle, the Med...

Being on the receiving end of a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and confusing for most adults. Depending on the ages of their children, these emotions are often amplified and coupled with a fear of the unknown. Learning how to speak with children about this sensitive topic and what the right amount of information to share is crucial. In this month’s Wellness Wednesday, we’ll talk with Kelsey...

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be challenging or boring. Simple switches can make a big impact on your everyday life. And would you believe a balanced diet can actually be tasty and fun? Join us for March’s Wellness Wednesday, where we'll continue our "cancer-fighting diet" series with Chris Rosandich, the Cancer Support Center’s Nutrition and Wellness Manager, who will share easy di...

Did you know that 80% of New Year’s Resolutions are broken by February? The key is to shift away from these one-off goals and move toward creating a series of habits and systems that work best for you. It’s proven that these incremental changes can lead to a major impact on your life. Join us as we kick off the New Year with Lily Horowitz from The Core Method sharing tips on gaining strength in ev...

Each year, Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation awards a number of grants supporting scientific research and patient family services. By awarding grants, we champion early detection research that will:  Encourage innovative research Improve outcomes in pancreatic cancer detection Uncover groundbreaking treatments Supports patients and families in the day-to-day This Wellness Wednesday features...

Black Americans are at an increased risk for pancreatic cancer, with an incidence rate that’s 67% higher than any other ethnic or racial group in the United States. (National Cancer Institute) Pancreatic cancer isn’t the only ailment affecting people of color at higher rates. Join Rolfe as we partner with the Cancer Wellness Center in a candid discussion with Dr. Matthew Dixon, a hepatopancreatobi...

If these past few years have shown us anything, it is the importance of slowing down to tune out the chaos of the world around us. For too long now, being “busy” has been celebrated and glamorized, when, in reality, sleep, relaxation, and time with family and friends should be praised. Burnout is not a badge of honor. Join us as we welcome retired pathologist, yoga instructor, and health coach, Na...

Everything can seem overwhelming when you or a loved one has just received a cancer diagnosis. Time is of the essence, and it is important to be able to quickly gather the information and medical advice you need to make the best treatment decisions for your care.  Roslyn Turner, a licensed clinical social worker, takes us step-by-step—from understanding and processing the diagnosis to ways to...

For more information about Rolfe, Wellness Wednesday or Dena Goldberg visit: https://tinyurl.com/WWednes   Pancreatic cancer is a genetic disease caused by changes, or mutations, in our DNA. These changes can be inherited (we’re born with them) or acquired (develop after birth), explaining why pancreatic cancer runs in some families. In fact, those with a family history are more likely to hav...

Learn more about Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation and Wellness Wednesday: https://tinyurl.com/WWednes Our world is complicated, and these past few years have created new stressors and challenges, from the Covid pandemic and social distancing to increased gun violence and social unrest. This is enough to cause anxiety, but when you add that you or a loved one is going through treatment, it takes...

Learn more about Wellness Wednesday and Rolfe Foundation, and access the recording here: https://tinyurl.com/WellWedn   For the first time in two years, the Rolfe Community will come together—in person and virtually—to DASH for Detection on Saturday, June 11! Help us kick off the DASH with June’s Wellness Wednesday, by joining Stacia Hart and Rachel Sheinkop, Rolfe’s Executive Director and Bo...

Learn more about Wellness Wednesday: https://tinyurl.com/WWednes   Chemo brain, including memory and cognition challenges, can be a debilitating and frustrating side effect of cancer and its treatment. And while the causes of chemo brain are still being researched, issues with concentration and memory are widely reported amongst cancer patients and survivors.   Join Dr. Karan Dixit, Neur...

According to the National Cancer Institute, “scientists have studied many foods and dietary components for possible associations with increasing or reducing cancer risk.” And while there is not definitive evidence, we do know that chronic inflammation over time can lead to changes in the DNA, which can lead to cancer.    Join us for April’s Wellness Wednesday where we’ll welcome back Chr...

According to the National Cancer Institute, as many as half of patients with cancer have problems sleeping. Whether it’s insomnia or abnormal sleep-wake cycles, consistent lack of sleep has a tremendous impact on both physical and mental health. That, along with the pain that often accompanies a cancer diagnosis, adds another layer of stress and discomfort to daily life. Relief is Possible Join Al...

Balancing Life With Cancer: Creating Boundaries for Patients, Caregivers and Loved Ones   “Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” -Brené Brown    It’s often challenging to focus inward when it comes to priorities. From family to work to friends, and even pets, it is all too easy to put ourselves on the ba...

The New Year brings opportunities to start fresh. But what if we stopped making resolutions, and focused on making new habits instead? New habits that can strengthen both the body and the mind.  Gaining strength in whatever form that is—core, balance, power, posture—works to connect your body with your mind.  Join us in our first Wellness Wednesday of 2022, where Lily Horowitz from The C...

When it comes to pancreatic cancer, early detection is key. And while there is not currently a reliable test available, some of the world’s leading researchers are looking to change that.    Each year, Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation awards a number of grants, often funding projects or programs that are novel and not duplicative of current initiatives. In addition, Rolfe encourages th...