There is a currently a global shortage of vital medication for pancreatic cancer patients and survivors. Failing to have a consistent supply of this medication can have serious consequences on…
on 5th July 2024
Today is National DNA Day, a moment to recognise the power of genetics and how it shapes our understanding of health and disease. This annual event marks two major scientific milestones, the discovery of DNA’s double helix in 1953 and…
on 25th April 2025
In Autumn 2024, we re-launched our online learning module for pharmacists and their teams. We are very proud to announce that this module is now being hosted by the prestigious Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS), alongside British Oncological Pharmaceutical Association (BOPA),…
on 17th April 2025
Many people, especially those who don’t speak English, lack access to vital information. At Pancreatic Cancer Action, we’re bridging this gap by translating our resources in Gujarati and other languages to ensure everyone has the chance for an early diagnosis.
on 19th March 2025
Hi, I’m Sharon Jones, and I’m a five-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. Five years ago, if someone had told me I’d be here writing this, I wouldn’t have believed them. When I was diagnosed, I thought it was a death…
on 6th March 2025
Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest of all the common cancers. It has seen little to no improvement in its survival rates for close to 50 years. At Pancreatic Cancer Action, we focus on campaigning to improve earlier diagnosis and to…
on 5th March 2025
In 2016, David McRae, Managing Director of Just Employment Law, our charity partner, experienced unimaginable tragedy. His mother was diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer in December 2015, and just six months later, she passed away on the day of David’s…
on 27th February 2025
Since 2023, there has been a global shortage of Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT) and is estimated to continue until at least 2026. This shortage is currently affecting more than 60,000 people across the UK.
on 26th February 2025
Jenny Bazely Runs Leicester Half Marathon for Pancreatic Cancer Action After Personal Connection to Diagnosis
on 18th February 2025
I am writing to let you know that I will be moving on from my role as Chief Executive at Pancreatic Cancer Action at the end of March 2025.
on 13th February 2025
The Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) programme is a national NHS England programme designed to improve the treatment and care of patients through in-depth review of services, benchmarking, and presenting a data-driven evidence base to support change.
on 7th February 2025