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Pancreatic cancer survivors discuss diagnosis and treatment; Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation continues work to invest in Atlanta’s westside; WABE politics reporter reflects on Speaker Ralston’s legacy

Pancreatic cancer survivors discuss diagnosis and treatment; Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation continues work to invest in Atlanta’s westside; WABE politics reporter reflects on Speaker Ralston’s legacy

Closer Look with Rose Scott

November 17, 202248m 27s

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Show Notes

In honor of World Pancreatic Cancer Day, Rose talks with Barbara Washburn, a National Pancreatic Foundation Elise Tedeschi, a co-affiliate chair of PanCAN's Atlanta Affiliate of volunteers. Both women share details about their battle with the disease and discuss efforts to spread awareness.

Plus, Danny Shoy, the managing director for Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation's Westside portfolio, discussed new efforts and grants that will be used to invest in the Westside of Atlanta.

Lastly, Georgia House Speaker David Ralston died Wednesday, just days after announcing that he would not seek nomination as House Speaker for the upcoming legislative session, citing a "health challenge." WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali discusses Ralston’s legacy.

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