Brigid - thank you so much for your care and concern. Unfortunately, my husband, Dale, (57 years young) passed away August 1, 2005 less than 5 months from diagnosis. Yes, he was on Tarceva, Gemzar and even 5FU for a while. We tried every protocol available. It was just very advanced and agressive in his case. I continue to stay involved in PanCAN and other cancer networks to help others through their pain as cancer survivors. That is what I consider myself and my four children - cancer survivors. Our awareness of cancer, and especially pancreatic cancer, is an essential part of our lives now. - Karen