Campaigning for change and winning for patients.
We have a proud history of fighting for our patients, to improve early diagnosis and to save lives. In 2022 we had some major wins which we truly believe will…
on 2nd February 2023
awareness month
“She had a pulmonary embolism in her lung that they believed had broken off from pancreatic cancer. We had no idea she had cancer.”
Laura Nieass shares her mother-in-law's story, and how they only found out post-mortem that she even had pancreatic cancer.
Response to the Spring Budget
On Wednesday 15th March 2023 the Chancellor released his spring budget. Here is how they might impact pancreatic cancer patients and their families.
on 15th March 2023
“He was very brave, looked this disease in the eye, and proudly planned and paid for his funeral from his hospice bed. He was always a proud man.”
This month Nicola Millar shares her brothers experience with pancreatic cancer.
Prevention in Action – Recognising risk factors before it’s too late
Smoking is the greatest modifiable risk factor for pancreatic cancer and is responsible for approximately 22% of all pancreatic cancer cases.
on 27th February 2023
Scottish Government consultation on alcohol advertising.
The Scottish Government are seeking responses for their “restricting alcohol advertising and promotion” consultation.
on 22nd February 2023
Scottish Labour Party Conference 2023
For the first time, Pancreatic Cancer Action attended the Scottish Labour Party Conference which was held this year in the Assembly rooms in Edinburgh.
on 21st February 2023
“The truth is, with a terminal diagnosis, the day-to-day becomes un-normal.”
Megan Bishop shares her story of losing her Grandad & Uncle to this cruel disease.
on 15th February 2023
“Mum was such an amazing woman loved by so many. Will be missed so much.”
Today, Donna Parr shares her Mum's story who tragically died just one month after her diagnosis.
“His words at the end of the meeting were “you’ve spent your time looking after others it’s our turn to look after you”. Mum and I cried when we came out.”
Rachael Evans shares her mother's battle with pancreatic cancer.
PCA is joining calls for all Governments in the UK to ensure patients will be able to access the support they need.
On Thursday 19th January 2023 Lloyds Pharmacy announced that they plan to close all 237 pharmacies located within Sainsbury’s stores bringing an end to their relationship with the company.
on 20th January 2023
