Real Life Stories
In this section you will find real life stories from people affected by pancreatic cancer. These stories provide examples of how people are diagnosed, the treatment they have, their experiences and how they take care of themselves.
Kenny & Ishbel
Kenny shares the story of his wife, Ishbel, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019. Ishbel had chemotherapy and a Whipple's procedure.
Clarice & Lee
Clarice shares the story of her Dad, Lee, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he was 47
Carol
Carol was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when she was 49. She shares her experience of having surgery and chemotherapy
Carl L
Carl was diagnosed with a rare form of pancreatic cancer in 2014, when he was 43, and had surgery to remove the cancer.
Veronica
Veronica shares her experience of having the Whipple’s procedure 10 years ago.
Rachel & Steve
Rachel shares the story of her Dad, Steve, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2018
Simon
Simon was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2017, when he was 42. He shares his experience of having surgery and chemotherapy
Teresa
Teresa was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2018 when she was 68, she had a Whipple’s procedure and chemotherapy
Karen & Scott
Karen shares the story of her husband, Scott, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he was 49.
Carole
Carole was diagnosed with operable pancreatic cancer when she was 41. In 2019 she celebrated 10 years since her diagnosis
Marie & Sue
Marie shares the story of her Mum, Sue, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when she was 61 years old
Christine & Mal
Mal was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he was 56 years old. His wife, Christine, shares his story