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
Monday 12th May 2025 is International Nurses Day! This is a day dedicated to celebrating the incredible skill, dedication and impact of nursing and to mark the contributions that nurses make to society.
on 12th May 2025
At Pancreatic Cancer Action, we believe in the profound impact personal stories have on raising awareness and providing support within the pancreatic cancer community. Whether you're a patient, survivor, friend, or family member, sharing your experience can remind others that…
on 2nd May 2025
When you meet Kaya, the first thing you notice is her quiet determination. A London-based anaesthetic consultant with more than 15 years of experience, Kaya has devoted much of her career to caring for cancer patients in operating theatres and…
on 29th April 2025
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
