Collection: For people affected by pancreatic cancer
You can order our printed publications free of charge – select how many you want and click “add to basket”. Some publications are only available to download.
You can also order our printed publications by calling 0808 801 0707, or emailing publications@pancreaticcancer.org.uk.
We can provide our information in large print, audio and braille formats. Read about our accessible information.
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Newly Diagnosed Pack: Information about early pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery (operable cancer)
Our newly diagnosed pack contains key publications if you have just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This pack is for people who have been diagnosed with early, localised cancer (stage 1 or stage 2), or have been told they can have surgery to remove the cancer. You might hear this called operable cancer.
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Newly Diagnosed Pack: Information if you can’t have surgery to remove pancreatic cancer (inoperable cancer)
Our newly diagnosed pack contains key publications if you have just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. This pack is for people who have been diagnosed with locally advanced (stage 3) or advanced (stage 4 or metastatic) cancer, or have been told they can’t have surgery to remove the cancer.
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Pancreatic cancer that can be removed by surgery. A guide if you have just been diagnosed
This booklet is for you if you have been diagnosed with early, localised pancreatic cancer (stage 1 or 2), or told you can have surgery to remove the cancer (operable cancer).
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Pancreatic cancer if you can’t have surgery (inoperable cancer). A guide if you have just been diagnosed
This booklet is for you if you have been diagnosed with locally advanced pancreatic cancer (stage 3) or advanced cancer (metastatic or stage 4), or if you’ve been told you can’t have surgery to remove the cancer.
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Support for people affected by pancreatic cancer: a leaflet about our services
This credit card sized fold-out leaflet explains the different ways we can support people affected by pancreatic cancer, including our Support Line, information, online forum and support sessions. This Z-card is included in the newly diagnosed pack.
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The care you should expect and receive: Patient Charter
Our patient charter explains the standard of care everyone with pancreatic cancer should have. You can use it as a guide to what you should expect from your care. The patient charter is included in the newly diagnosed pack.
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Diet and pancreatic cancer booklet
This booklet explains how pancreatic cancer can cause problems with diet, eating and nutrition. It includes information on how to manage these problems, including how to take pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy. This booklet is included in the newly diagnosed pack.
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How to manage problems with digestion using pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT)
This fact sheet explains how capsules called Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT) can replace the enzyme your pancreas normally makes. PERT can help you digest your food and manage symptoms like weight loss, diarrhoea, tummy pain, bloating, wind, and indigestion. It can make a big difference to how you feel. Common brands include Creon, Pancrease, Nutrizym and Pancrex. -
Do you have problems digesting your food? Z-card
This credit card sized fold-out leaflet explains the symptoms you might get if you have problems digesting your food. These include weight loss, runny poo, tummy pain and bloating. The leaflet explains how to get help if you have these symptoms, and how they can be managed with capsules. -
Caring for someone with pancreatic cancer: information for families and carers
This booklet is for family members of someone with pancreatic cancer. It includes information on managing symptoms and side effects, and accessing the right care and support. This booklet can be included in the newly diagnosed pack.
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How is pancreatic cancer diagnosed? fact sheet
This fact sheet is for anyone having tests for pancreatic cancer. It explains the different tests used, and what the test results mean.
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Explaining the NICE Guidelines for diagnosing and managing pancreatic cancer
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) have produced guidelines for health professionals diagnosing and caring for people with pancreatic cancer. This version of the guidelines is designed for people affected by pancreatic cancer, and explains the recommendations. Use it to help you understand the care you should have and make decisions about your treatment.
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Easy read: Pancreatic cancer – What is it? How is it diagnosed?
Easy read information using pictures and simple words to explain what pancreatic cancer is and how it is diagnosed. It can help people who find it hard to read lots of information.
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Information about pancreatic cancer: Our booklets, leaflets and publications
Find out about the information we provide. Including our information that is available to download or to order.
