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Gilbert Remembers Landon, Fights Pancreatic Cancer
Melissa Gilbert reflects on her final meeting with Michael Landon before his death from pancreatic cancer, highlighting her partnership with PanCAN and her personal experiences with the disease.
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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (Pancan)Modern PrairieScreen Actors Guild
Melissa GilbertMichael LandonPatrick SwayzeLeslie Landon MatthewsDakota (Melissa Gilbert's Son)
- What motivated Gilbert to fight against pancreatic cancer?
- Gilbert's experiences with Landon and Swayze fueled her determination to fight pancreatic cancer, highlighting the need for earlier detection and improved treatments.
- Did Gilbert lose any other loved ones to pancreatic cancer?
- Besides Michael Landon, Melissa Gilbert also lost her friend Patrick Swayze to pancreatic cancer. She assisted Swayze in navigating insurance issues during his treatment, a task she couldn't perform for Landon.
- What was Melissa Gilbert's relationship with Michael Landon?
- Melissa Gilbert's last visit with Michael Landon was a week before his death from pancreatic cancer. She described the visit as difficult but also filled with humor, cherishing their final moments together.
- Which organization is Gilbert partnering with for pancreatic cancer?
- The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is the nonprofit organization Melissa Gilbert is partnering with to raise awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research and support.
- What initiative is Modern Prairie undertaking for pancreatic cancer awareness?
- Gilbert's Modern Prairie brand is launching a purple-themed collection in November (Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month), with proceeds benefiting PanCAN.