Pancreatic cancer, diet and you

Tuesday 20th May 2025, 6-7pm via Zoom

About this webinar:

Your diet and the food you eat play an important part in your life. But what do you do when you have pancreatic cancer? Whether you’ve been diagnosed yourself, or are supporting a loved one, we’re here to offer information and support. 

Join our session to hear from a dietitian and two of our specialist nurses. They’ll talk about common symptoms you may experience linked to your diet and digestion. You’ll learn why these symptoms happen and tips to help you manage them, including foods to eat or avoid.  

You may also have heard of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT), or Creon. During this session you’ll find out what this is, who needs it and how to take it.  

There will be time for you to ask your own questions too, and learn where you can find more support. 

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What we covered


  • What does the pancreas do? 
  • What diet and digestive symptoms do people with pancreatic cancer experience? 
  • How can I manage these symptoms? 
  • What is pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) and who needs to take it? 
  • What foods should I eat and what should I avoid? 
  • Where can I get further support? 

 

Who you'll hear from


Sarah Jeffrey, HPB Dietitian, Manchester Royal Infirmary

Since graduating in 2022, Sarah has worked at Manchester Royal Infirmary in a range of dietitian roles. For the past year, Sarah has worked within the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) surgical team, building an understanding of pancreatic cancer, the treatment pathway and patient needs.

Nicci Murphy, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse

Nicci has been a nurse for 20 years and has worked in the community, a hospice and in a city hospital where she provided support to individuals and their families affected by cancer, including pancreatic cancer. For the last five years Nicci has been part of the nursing team at Pancreatic Cancer UK working on the support line.

Jeni Jones, Pancreatic Cancer UK Specialist Nurse

Jeni has been a nurse for over 32 years and has spent the last 17 years working in cancer care, including the care of people with pancreatic cancer, working in areas of chemotherapy, palliative care and in providing support to patients, families, and friends.

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 a specialist dietitian and our pancreatic cancer nurses who can answer your questions, discuss practical steps and direct you to further support. 

How do I watch?

All you need to do is click the link below and you will be able to watch the recording and view the slides

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If you have any questions joining the session, including any additional accessibility requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us by emailing onlinesupport@pancreaticcancer.org.uk

Looking for support now?

If you would like to access support right now, you can contact our team of specialist nurses by calling our Support Line on 0808 801 0707 or via email at nurse@pancreaticcancer.org.uk

Information for you about diet and pancreatic cancer

Here you’ll find information on how pancreatic cancer affects your diet and digestion, how to deal with different symptoms, how to take PERT and more.

Find out more