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Our pharmacy ambassador Ade Williams, explores the detrimental effects that COVID-19 has had on pancreatic cancer patients, including those faced with health inequalities as a result of their socioeconomic and racial background. He highlights the vital role that community pharmacies,…Read More

Ade Williams

on 12th October

At Pancreatic Cancer Action, we know that a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer can be a frightening and uncertain time. Each stage in your journey can throw up new questions and concerns and it can be difficult to know where to…Read More

Becky Rice

on 9th September

In this blog you will find details of the latest update to the shielding advice, including what restrictions have been eased and why, the questions raised by these changes and PCA's standpoint. Ali Stunt also discusses what she'll be doing…Read More

Becky Rice

on 24th June

In this blog you will find details of the latest statistics released by NHS England, based on the impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients. Including the effects its had on all stages of the patient journey from referral to treatment…Read More

Becky Rice

on 22nd June

The Coronavirus Pandemic is having a huge impact on the way that people are using the NHS, with cancer referrals, GP and A&E visits down significantly versus last year. With pressure on NHS resources set to continue in the months…Read More

Issy Smith

on 22nd May

If you currently have pancreatic cancer, or have had the disease in the past, you may have been advised by the government that you need to take part in shielding (staying at home and only leaving the house for medical…Read More

Becky Rice

on 20th May

Ade Williams, PCA Pharamcy Ambassador and Lead Pharmacist at Bedminster Pharmacy in Bristol, is on the front line fight the coronavirus pandemic. He has written this piece and we think it is well worth a read:Read More

Ade Williams

on 28th April

Mylan, the company that produce Creon for the UK, have warned of a temporary shortage of Creon 25k over the coming weeks.Read More

Lucy Constable

on 21st April

On this blog page you will find information on the corona virus, symptoms and your risk if you have pancreatic cancer and what you can do.Read More

Becky Rice

on 11th March

Our guest blogger, Trainee Pharmacy Technician, Eva Peng, from Kellaway Pharmacy in Bristol writes about why she is supporting Pancreatic Cancer Action and shares a touching story about the importance of early diagnosis and seeking help for symptoms.Read More

Lucy Constable

on 3rd February