Read our information on the emotional impact of pancreatic cancer
Read our information about how to deal with the feelings you may have if you have pancreatic cancer.
There is also information about how to get support for yourself and loved ones.
About this webinar:
Pancreatic cancer can touch every part of your life, including your emotions. Whether you’re living with a diagnosis or supporting someone you love, it’s normal to need support.
In this webinar, we spoke openly about the emotions you may be feeling and shared practical tips for looking after your wellbeing. We also talked about different types of support available to you and how to find out more about them.
This session was hosted by our specialist pancreatic cancer nurses, Lea and Simon, who were joined by Tara White, Centre Head of Maggie’s Swansea.
During this session, we talked about Circles. Circles is our peer to peer support service, allowing you to connect with others via WhatsApp and Facebook groups. These groups are a place for you to share the highs, the lows and everything in between with people who understand, who ‘just get it’.
If you’re interested in finding out more about Circles, visit our dedicated page.
What we covered:
- What emotions do people affected by pancreatic cancer tend to experience?
- What are some ways to help boost wellbeing?
- Who can you contact for support?
Watch the recording:
Pancreatic cancer and emotion wellbeing webinar
Who we heard from
Lea Booth, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse
Lea studied at the University of Birmingham and qualified as nurse in 2011. She has worked in Oncology departments in a large teaching hospital in the West Midlands since graduating. Her first junior nursing role was as a chemotherapy nurse on the inpatient and young person’s unit before she joined the Oncology research team as a research sister, running clinical trials for both liver and pancreatic patients. Her role before joining Pancreatic Cancer UK was as a HPB clinical nurse specialist that covered surgical and oncology pathways for both pancreatic and liver cancer patients, supporting and guiding them through their cancer journeys.
Simon Walker, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse
Simon has been a registered nurse for over 20 years starting his career in specialist surgery within an acute NHS hospital before moving into Community Nursing. For the past 15 years Simon has worked as a specialist nurse within hospice care in both the community and inpatient settings. His main focus has been in palliative care supporting people with life limiting illness, including those living with pancreatic cancer. Simon’s aim has been to help patients and their loved ones maximise their quality of life and this is something he is passionate about offering people affected by pancreatic cancer.
Tara White, Centre Head, Maggie’s Swansea
Tara’s role in Maggie’s is to oversee the running of the centre, ensuring the team are providing the best possible cancer support to people with cancer and their families. Tara has over 10 years’ experience working with people with cancer. Before joining Maggie’s in 2017, Tara worked as a radiotherapist and cancer support specialist.
Who is this webinar for?
This webinar is for people with pancreatic cancer and their loved ones. If you’re a healthcare professional, please see our dedicated events, training and resources for you, instead.
How will this session help me?
This session will provide you with expert guidance from our specialist pancreatic cancer nurses who can answer your questions, discuss practical steps and direct you to further support.
Where can I find further support?
- Information about dealing with the emotional impact of pancreatic cancer
- Information on emotional support for family members
- Speak to our specialist nurses
- Connect with others by joining Circles
- Visit Maggie’s to find out more about how their centres can support you
- Find out more about cancer support services near you
Looking for support now?
If you would like support right now, you can contact our team of specialist nurses by calling our Support Line on 0808 801 0707, email nurse@pancreaticcancer.org.uk or via WhatsApp by messaging 07418 304789
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