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Latest news
Here you can find news items and blogs by Pancreatic Cancer UK staff and guest writers
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New research shows how pancreatic cancer cells can change their diet to survive
New research has shed light on how pancreatic cancer cells are able to adapt to challenging environments, which scientists hope could lead to new treatments.
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“Every step of the way has been for them”
On Sunday 23rd April, 210 incredible Team Pancreatic Cancer UK runners took to the streets of London to raise awareness and funds at the yearly London Marathon.
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Managing diet and weight loss with tips from a dietitian
Our specialist nurses team up with a dietitian to provide information on coping with weight loss, diet and diabetes during coronavirus.
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Keeping active
Read our blog about the benefits of exercise, including some useful resources that can help you stay active in lockdown.
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Ground-breaking research into new treatment for pancreatic cancer underway in Scotland
Pioneering research into a new potentially ground-breaking treatment for pancreatic cancer has begun. The research, lead by University of Glasgow scientist Dr Seth Coffelt, aims to help make desperately needed new immunotherapy treatments a reality for future patients.
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Changes to our trustee board
This month, we said farewell to our Chair of Trustees, Lynne Walker and we’re delighted to welcome our new Chair, Eleanor Phillips.
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World-first pancreatic cancer breath test
We’re thrilled to announce that we are funding a new clinical study to develop a breath test that could detect pancreatic cancer early enough to save thousands of lives a year.
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“The bravery she showed was so humbling”
Sarah's mum was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in June 2022. Then, in September the same year, after experiencing pain, bloating and indigestion, doctors discovered a mass in her abdomen. Eventually, tests revealed she had stage 4 pancreatic cancer.
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Four things we’ve learnt about early detection
Our researchers have laid the vital groundwork for the development of new tests for the early detection of pancreatic cancer. Here we take a look at what they have achieved so far.
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UK Government publish Urgent & Emergency Care Recovery Plan – our response
Our Director of Research, Support and Influencing comments on the publication of the government's Urgent and Emergency Care Recovery Plan.
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Welsh Government publish new Cancer Improvement Plan for NHS Wales
Our Director of Support, Research and Influencing, Anna Jewell, comments on the publication of Wales' new Cancer Improvement Plan.
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Government U-turn on publication of 10 Year Cancer Plan – our statement
Pancreatic Cancer UK's Director of Support, Research and Influencing, Anna Jewell, comments on the government's decision to scrap the 10 Year Cancer Plan for England