Pancreatic Cancer UK

Pancreatic Cancer UK We bring more breakthroughs through research, more change through campaigning, and more support through our expert nurses.
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Because people with pancreatic cancer need more than hope.

Charan lived with pancreatic cancer for 5 years, despite a prognosis of only 4 months. Her daughter, Jas, shares their s...
13/06/2026

Charan lived with pancreatic cancer for 5 years, despite a prognosis of only 4 months. Her daughter, Jas, shares their story and reflects on her mum's unfailing positivity.

“I lost my mum, Charan, to Pancreatic Cancer in 2023 after 5 years of battling it.

For months mum suffered with stomach pain, looking back the Christmas of 2017 she hardly ate and said she was bloated but the GP kept saying it was a stomach infection and she was prescribed antibiotics on several occasions. One night the pain was so intense my dad called the ambulance. Once in hospital, scans were done and mum was told she had a burst appendix.

The appendix surgery didn’t happen, another doctor looked at the scans and after keyhole investigations mum was told she had pancreatic cancer.

She started chemo, which knocked her and was hospitalised for sepsis when we nearly lost her. Mum continued to have chemotherapy. She also took holistic measures to take care of her mind, body and spirit. She kept active, even on the days that she was fatigued, always trying to hit 7000-10000 daily steps.

She practised mindfulness whilst listening to Sikh prayers, her faith was important to her. She already had a healthy diet, she was pescatarian and cooked from scratch with fresh ingredients. Mum also had a positive mindset and attitude, which was really important.

Between February and March 2023, mum was in hospital due to ascites, which caused her great discomfort. It was at this time that she was told her treatment needed to be stopped.

Unfortunately, mum didn’t have input from the palliative care or community teams but thankfully our family rallied to provide the care she needed. The services and equipment that we needed for her that was listed on her discharge sheet all turned up too late.

On the final few days mum got to see all the family near and extended and was surrounded by love. Mum fought this cancer so bravely, without complaining and always spoke about it openly and never showed her pain. Mum died on 14 March 2023, a few days before Mother’s Day.

My sisters and I support Pancreatic Cancer UK because it was an invaluable source of information for us and mum always believed in supporting charities. I have been proud to volunteer for Pancreatic Cancer UK twice for the London Marathon and my sister, Suki, joined me in 2025.

In 2023, Suki and I raised funds for this charity in honour of what would have been mum’s 70th birthday. We will continue to do what we can to raise awareness so others can be supported.”

Read Charan and Jas' story in full: https://bit.ly/3S3EGgY

If you’ve been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that can’t be cured with surgery, you may be offered other treatments. W...
12/06/2026

If you’ve been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer that can’t be cured with surgery, you may be offered other treatments. What are they, and how can you prepare for them?

Join our specialist nurses, Simon and Lea, for an online session we’re hosting next month to get the information you need so that you feel prepared to make the right decisions for you and know what to expect: https://bit.ly/43OslzT

11/06/2026

"My Dad asked his consultant, what does 'widely spread' mean? Is it going to be chemotherapy, radiotherapy? He was then told treatment wasn't an option."

Leah lost her Dad to pancreatic cancer in 2020 after being told no treatment options were available. Sadly, this is the case for 7 in 10 people diagnosed. People are left with only hope to hold onto. This is unacceptable.

With our campaign, we're working to make sure everyone with pancreatic cancer gets a chance to survive. We're demanding the Government prioritise the deadliest common cancer after decades of neglected pancreatic cancer research.

Add your name to the petition today to help make our voices even louder: https://bit.ly/4oljmj1

If you’re caring for someone with pancreatic cancer, this is your reminder.💜You don’t have to have all the answers.You d...
10/06/2026

If you’re caring for someone with pancreatic cancer, this is your reminder.💜

You don’t have to have all the answers.
You don’t have to get everything right.
And you’re allowed to find it difficult.

Caring for a loved one can be unpredictable, emotional, and exhausting. But it can also bring times of closeness and connection, and make a real difference to you both.

Having clear information about what to expect can help you feel more prepared and less alone. Our guide is here for you, with practical information and reassurance for every stage.

Order your free copy: https://bit.ly/3MBhROW

One of our amazing supporters, Carys Thomas spoke to ITV Wales about backing our campaign, Demand Survival Now after she...
10/06/2026

One of our amazing supporters, Carys Thomas spoke to ITV Wales about backing our campaign, Demand Survival Now after she lost her dad and uncle to pancreatic cancer.

Carys' dad, Paul was able to have chemotherapy but it made him deteriorate quickly. Clinical trials weren't discussed, despite Paul surviving nine months and being healthy at the point of diagnosis.

Her uncle wasn't eligible for any treatment and died just four months after diagnosis.

Watch Carys and our Research Communications Manager, Katherine Free talk about why others should add their name to our campaign, here: https://bit.ly/4e8XoMN

As draws to a close, today we meet Cristina. 💜 As a Research Communications Volunteer, Cristina plays a vital role in ...
07/06/2026

As draws to a close, today we meet Cristina. 💜

As a Research Communications Volunteer, Cristina plays a vital role in raising awareness of the research we support. From highlighting why it’s so important, to celebrating its impact and progress, to bringing our supporters and wider community closer to the cause - and more!

“Coming from a family of doctors, I have always been driven by a desire to help those facing illness.

Volunteering for the Research team at Pancreatic Cancer UK has allowed me to merge my love of biomedical research with ensuring that groundbreaking and potentially lifesaving research is shared with pancreatic cancer patients and the wider public.”

Read Cristina’s full story about combining her passion for research, and her heartwarming motivation to make a difference for people affected by pancreatic cancer: https://bit.ly/4uZJouM

A final thank you to the volunteers who shared their story with us this and thank you to all of our incredible volunteers - past and present - for your continued support, which allows us to make a much bigger difference than any of us could on our own. ⭐

Today's we're celebrating the amazing fundraising efforts of supporter Helen."I met my husband Peter in 1973 and we ma...
06/06/2026

Today's we're celebrating the amazing fundraising efforts of supporter Helen.

"I met my husband Peter in 1973 and we married a year later after a whirlwind romance. Sadly, I lost him 13 days before our Golden Wedding Anniversary.

However, not to be outdone by pancreatic cancer, we celebrated 50 years together in Polzeath Cornwall where we had honeymooned in a tent!

We were devastated when he was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer in March 2023. He had 6 months of brutal chemo and the tumour shrank. That gave us a good 6 months before we were told that the second round of single dose chemo wasn’t working, and that he had 3 to 6 months. It turned out to be 3.

After he died, we wanted to do something in his memory so we organised an 11.5 mile coastal walk in Northumberland, given Peter's love of walking. By the time the day came, we had more than 100 walkers.

We set up a Much Loved page in his memory so that friends and family were able to donate and all the money went directly to Pancreatic Cancer UK with no admin costs. Even people we passed on the walk donated via the QR code.

The walk culminated in our garden for tea and cakes were provided by friends participating. It was a wonderful effort and testament to Peter’s legacy. Friends and family came from all over the UK and even from France. We felt truly blessed and it was such a positive event with laughter and happy memories shared."

Over £23,000 has now been raised in memory of Peter. 💜

If you'd like to organise a walk in memory of a loved one, drop us an email on [email protected] today 💫

People with pancreatic cancer need kinder, more effective treatments in order to live long and live well. Currently, the...
05/06/2026

People with pancreatic cancer need kinder, more effective treatments in order to live long and live well. Currently, there are no treatments that have been specifically developed for pancreatic cancer. The options that do exist are limited and highly toxic.

Clinical trials are a key part of unlocking new, kinder treatment, turning scientific breakthroughs into real treatments - but set up and recruitment for clinical trials takes time.

When half of people diagnosed die within 3 months, time is one thing they don’t have. 88% of people with pancreatic cancer ultimately never get the chance to join a clinical trial.

We need a system to fast-track people onto clinical trials.

Join us and : https://bit.ly/43gmumw

Meet Jason. 💜 It’s day 5 of Volunteers’ Week, and today we’re celebrating the opportunities which not only have impact w...
05/06/2026

Meet Jason. 💜

It’s day 5 of Volunteers’ Week, and today we’re celebrating the opportunities which not only have impact when it happens, but also makes a difference in a variety of ways beyond this.

When Jason joined us as a volunteer photographer at this year’s London Marathon, he had one brief #. Capture special moments from the day, the joy and energy of our cheer point volunteers, the courage of our runners, the overall successes of the day, and more!

It’s precious moments like this which we embed within our work, be it our impact reports, future communications about events, and beyond. All of which helps us highlight the impact and importance of our work with people, from prospective volunteers and supporters, to health care professionals looking to connect with us, and more!

“It was a lovely hot day and spirits were really high. The supporters of the charity spoke about how much the charity helped their loved ones when they needed support.”

Read more about Jason’s experience from capturing precious moments from the London Marathon: https://bit.ly/4oi2Gsl

Worried about someone who’s struggling to eat after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis?You’re not alone - many families and l...
04/06/2026

Worried about someone who’s struggling to eat after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis?

You’re not alone - many families and loved ones go through this.

Pancreatic cancer can affect digestion, making eating feel difficult or overwhelming. But there are things that can help:

• Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) replaces the enzymes the pancreas would normally make. Taking PERT with snacks and meals helps digest food and can make a big difference to how your loved one feels.

• Having smaller meals more often can feel easier than large portions – and presenting food nicely can make it more appealing.

• Encourage them to eat whatever they feel like - there are no foods they need to avoid because of the cancer.

• Every mouthful helps. If they feel sick or very full, it’s okay to take a break and try again later.

And remember, some days will be better than others - and that’s completely normal.

If you’re looking for more practical tips, our booklet can help: https://bit.ly/49kYXVz

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