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"So, what does the pancreas actually do?" Most of us have one (unless it's been removed!) but many aren't quite sure what it does. So we want to help you get to know the important gland this #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth: • Everyone has a pancreas (unless it has been removed) • It's often described as having a head, body and tail • It sits behind your stomach, at the back of your tummy It has two main functions; • It makes enzymes, which help to break down food so your body can absorb nutrient