My Care KIT
My Care KIT was developed by Pancare Foundation as a guide to help you throughout your experience with an upper GI cancer. This comprehensive folder, with evidence-based information written by upper GI cancer experts, can help you better understand a recent diagnosis, treatments available and various pathways through living with an upper GI cancer.
Available with information specific to each upper GI cancer – pancreatic, liver, stomach, biliary and oesophageal – the binder contains tab dividers to help keep your information organized and contains the following sections:
My experience
A guide to understanding cancer booklet
Getting the most out of telehealth appointments fact sheet
Dealing with the emotional impact of an upper GI cancer fact sheet
My treatment
Record keeping sheets for you to store details on your care team, appointments and side effects you may be experiencing
Understanding optimal care pathways fact sheet
Pain management fact sheet
Understanding immunotherapy fact sheet
Diet and Nutrition
Diet and nutrition booklet
Food diary record keeping sheet
Living Well
Exercise and upper GI cancer fact sheet
Finances and receipts
Managing the financial impact of an upper GI cancer fact sheet
Trials and research
Understanding clinical trials fact sheet
Record keeping sheet on clinical trials you may be participating in
Advanced care
Palliative care fact sheet
We’re Here To help
Although a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing experience, you’re not alone. Our friendly Pancare Support team are experienced at supporting people with upper gastrointestinal cancer, call 1300 881 698 to speak with our specialist upper GI cancer nurses for with for information and cancer care support.
Want to talk?
Speak to an upper GI cancer nurse or counsellor, we're here to provide you with the support you need. Support available to anyone impacted by upper gastrointestinal (GI) cancer. Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
