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Celebrating a successful November
There have been so many highlights this Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month. Read on to find out more!
Purple Ladies Tea Party raises awareness for pancreatic cancer
So many of you find innovative ways to fundraise and raise awareness of pancreatic cancer in your local communities, and we are so grateful for your support.
Peter Kay, series of final arena shows with profits supporting Pancreatic Cancer UK
Peter Kay has announced a series of final arena shows with profits supporting Pancreatic Cancer UK
Welcome to London St ‘PancrEas’ – iconic station changes name to raise awareness of deadliest common cancer
Welcome to London St ‘PancrEas’ – iconic station changes name to raise awareness of deadliest common cancer.
Maggi Hambling Artwork Prize Draw
Artist Maggi Hambling has generously donated one of her recent paintings, titled Fireworks over the sea, to support the work of Pancreatic Cancer UK.
In memory of Professor Alice Gast
On behalf of everyone at Pancreatic Cancer UK, our deepest condolences to Alice’s family, friends, and colleagues. Her legacy will continue to inspire us in our mission to transform the future for everyone affected by pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic cancer breath test trial involving thousands of patients launches
A world-first breath test for pancreatic cancer will be trialled nationally on thousands of patients with an unknown diagnosis.
Pancreatic Cancer UK at Labour Party Conference 2025
It’s the start of September and that can only mean one thing in politics – Parliament is back, and we’re ready for another action-packed term.
Our impact so far on the early detection of pancreatic cancer
Early detection saves lives. Currently, over 80% of people with pancreatic cancer are diagnosed too late to receive potentially life-saving treatment.
Unpicking the genetic basis of pancreatic cancer
Although most cases of pancreatic cancer do not run in families, around 1 in 10 are thought to be inherited. We took a look at how understanding the genetic basis of pancreatic cancer could pave the way for new ways to prevent and treat this disease.
Audit reveals people with pancreatic cancer are waiting too long for treatment costing thousands their chance of survival
New data published in the second annual National Pancreatic Cancer Audit (NPaCA) has revealed that people with pancreatic cancer in England and Wales are waiting too long for treatment to start, contributing to shockingly low treatment rates.
Five ways we’re influencing the new Cancer Plan
We’re expecting the publication of National Cancer Plan for England this autumn, which could be a game-changer for people with pancreatic cancer.