Accessing end of life care during coronavirus

Speak to the GP or district nurse about getting the care your family member needs. Services may be different at the moment. For example, the GP or nurse may do more appointments over the phone. Or they may reduce physical contact when they visit, or use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as a mask, gloves and plastic apron. If your doctor or nurse are providing support over the phone but you feel you need more support, ask them to visit you at home.

Anyone visiting the house should carefully wash their hands with soap and water for 20 seconds. The doctor or nurse can give you advice on reducing risks to yourselves and others, including limiting visitors, ensuring social distancing with visitors, and regular handwashing.

Caring for someone with pancreatic cancer

It’s ok for you to care for the person with pancreatic cancer. If you don’t live with them, you should try to follow social distancing guidance if close contact with them isn’t needed. Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly when you arrive at their home, and don’t visit if you have any symptoms of coronavirus.

If you are caring for the person with pancreatic cancer, it’s a good idea to make plans for who can help if you become unwell. Read more about this.

Updated 5 January 2021