Gut Cancer Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of our first My Care KIT, a new free resource designed to support New Zealanders diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, as well as their whānau and carers. This is part of our wider upper GI support service developed to provide practical Knowledge, Information and Tools to help people better understand a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and the different pathways involved in living with the disease. Now available through our website, My Care KIT can be ordered as a printed binder with free shipping NZ-wide or downloaded digitally.
Practical support in one place
A pancreatic cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and many patients and families are faced with a large amount of complex information in a short period of time. My Care KIT has been created with evidence-based information from upper GI cancer experts and brings together easy-to-follow resources to help patients and whānau feel more informed and supported on their cancer journey.
My Care KIT includes information on understanding pancreatic cancer diagnosis and treatment, diet and nutrition support, Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT ), and more. There is also space to record notes, appointments, and information to share with your care team.
What is in the pancreatic cancer My Care KIT?
A Guide to Understanding Pancreatic Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis
About the pancreas
Towards a pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Tests/investigations: what, why and how
Stages of cancer
Treatment journey
Treatments for pancreatic cancer
Chemotherapy
Managing cancer symptoms and treatment side effects
Clinical trials
Diet and Nutrition for People Living With Pancreatic Cancer
How does the pancreas work?
What therapies are used to treat pancreatic cancer?
How can I manage the symptoms of pancreatic cancer and the treatment side effects?
How do I maximize my nutritional intake?
Do I need to see a dietician?
What should I ask my medical team?
A Guide for Clinicians - Pancreatic Enzyme Replacement Therapy (PERT)
What is pancreatic exocrine insufficiency?
Pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy for people living with upper gastrointestinal cancer
Recommendations for patients
Free to order or download
My Care KIT is now available for pancreatic cancer, with KITs for oesophageal, liver and biliary, and stomach available in the coming weeks.
People affected by pancreatic cancer can order or download their free My Care KIT here: https://www.gutcancer.org.nz/shop/
Acknowledgements
The My Care KIT resources have been adapted from Pancare Foundation Australia, and Gut Cancer Foundation is incredibly grateful for their support.
Gut Cancer Foundation also sincerely thanks the organisations whose support has made the Care KIT programme possible, in particular The Lion Foundation, New Zealand Lottery Grants Board, the David Levene Foundation, and the North & South Trust.