Pancreatic Cancer UK

📣 We want to hear from you! There’s just one week left to fill out our survey on PERT shortages: https://bit.ly/3W0OxSY We know how vital access to PERT is for those affected by #PancreaticCancer. If you’ve been impacted by the current shortages, please take 5 minutes to complete our survey and help us address this critical issue. We know how worrying and stressful these shortages can be. If you’re having problems getting PERT, get in touch with your dietitian, hospital team or GP for advice. You can also contact our specialist nurses on our Support Line for information and support. Unfortunately we can’t help you access PERT, but we can help with managing symptoms linked to a lack of enzymes: https://bit.ly/3DJrjWz We also have more information about dealing with PERT shortages on our website: https://bit.ly/3Qlh6J6

People with pancreatic cancer can have problems with eating and digestion, either due to the cancer or the treatment for the cancer. The pancreas makes enzymes which break down food. But when someone has pancreatic cancer, they might make fewer enzymes, or the cancer might block the enzymes from getting to where they need to be. That means the food doesn’t get broken down (digested) properly and the body doesn’t get all the nutrients it needs. This can cause symptoms like: • losing your appetite • weight loss • indigestion or heartburn • changes to your poo • tummy discomfort or pain • bloating or wind Find out more about managing these symptoms and taking pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT): https://bit.ly/49fHk7k

How's this for a teambuilding activity? 🛬 Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet, then jumping out and free-falling at over 120mph? That's exactly what our incredible supporter Charles, who has pancreatic cancer, did! And you can do it too! If you've always wanted to skydive, this is the perfect opportunity; gather your team, take the leap and help give more than hope to people affected by pancreatic cancer. Book your place: https://bit.ly/4dcvlcp

Have you contacted your new MP yet? Whether they're new to the seat or they've been your MP before, now is the perfect time to say hello and ask them to drive progress on #PancreaticCancer. Please click the link and use our pre-filled form asking them to start off by supporting people with the deadliest common cancer: https://bit.ly/3WruXAt

Did you get a ballot place in the TCS London Marathon 2025? Watch our running coach Phil explain why YOU should join #TeamPCUK 💜 With your dedicated fundraising, you can help deliver the first ever test to speed up detection of the deadliest common cancer. Join us as Official Charity of the Year and together, we can save as many lives as runners in this great race: https://bit.ly/3zgRmYr

In March this year I took up the Cathedral Cycle Route Challenge, a 1,825 mile journey to visit all 42 Anglican cathedrals in England in memory of my sister Sheila, whom I recently lost to pancreatic cancer. So far, the journey has taken me from Newcastle to London, visiting 19 cathedrals on the east side of the country. I'm raising money and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer UK and am hugely grateful to all those who have helped me raise over £10,000 on my pilgrimage so far. I have 1,100 miles and 23 cathedrals to go, and this will take me from Canterbury to Truro to Carlisle🚴♂️. If you would like to make a contribution, you can do so here: https://lnkd.in/eHX9SNGd ... and you can read about my travels here: https://lnkd.in/emVUNDHJ

New Parliament = new opportunities to drive progress on #PancreaticCancer. Please click the link in our bio to use our simple form, say hello to your new or returning MP, and ask them to start off by supporting people with the deadliest common cancer: https://bit.ly/4bOOKhG

There’s now only a week to go before these roles close! Both offer amazing opportunities to be part of team Pancreatic Cancer UK - where you can genuinely make a difference and no two days are the same. Head of Public Fundraising (maternity cover) Senior Event Volunteer Officer Join us for our extra special year being the charity partner for the TCS London Marathon 2025 - a transformational partnership that both of these roles will be working on! 💜

Sadly, on the 29th of January this year, Alastair Rolfe lost his sister Sheila to pancreatic cancer, less than four months after her diagnosis. In memory of Sheila, and drawing from her ‘can-do’ attitude, Alastair has taken up the Cathedral Cycle Route Challenge, a 1,825 mile journey to visit all 42 cathedrals in England. The journey will take him the length and breadth of the country, and he has already raised over £10,000! 🚴♂️ Last Thursday, he was joined by colleagues from Spencer Stuart to cycle to both St Paul's Cathedral, London and Southwark Cathedral. Thank you so much to you, Alastair, for all you have done in memory of Sheila. We wish you all the best for the next leg of your journey! 💜

Yesterday, hundreds of people across the UK took steps and took a stand against pancreatic cancer as part of the 5th annual #TheBigStepForward 👣 Today, we’re pleased to say that this incredible community has raised £178,772 so far! What a team! 🎉 A huge thank you to every single one of you who helped enable our specialist nurses to continue to be there for those affected by pancreatic cancer, and helped fund much-needed research to detect early, treat better, and save lives. We are so grateful to you all. 👏✨💜