Please note that the following stories may contain discussions of lived experiences of cancer, medical procedures, internal organs, and other sensitive themes.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that the following content may include the images, names, and stories of people who have passed away.
Read personal stories of GI cancer
Behind every diagnosis of gastro–intestinal (GI) cancer is a deeply personal story of courage and resilience. Each journey is unique, shaped by individual experiences and challenges.
We welcome you to read stories that have been shared with us by people who have experienced GI cancers and their impact. Some have been shared by carers, family members or loved ones. By sharing these stories in turn, we hope to share their strength with you.
Jim's story, as told by Brooklynn
Oesophageal cancer
Russell's story
Anal cancer
Karen’s story
Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer)
Lachlan's story
Bowel cancer
Gemma's story
Oesophageal cancer
Grant's story
Neuroendocrine tumours (NETs)
Nick's story
Oesophageal cancer
Greg's story
Pancreatic cancer
Mark's story
Bowel cancer
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A GI cancer diagnosis is overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re a patient or a loved one, the right support can make all the difference.
Here, you’ll find trusted resources to help you navigate clinical trials, find some answers through our FAQs, organise Fundraising events, and stay up to date with our Community News with stories that connect you with others who understand what you’re going through.
GI cancer FAQs
Including a useful glossary of terms
Researching GI cancers can be overwhelming. We’ve put these FAQs together to help answer some of the more common questions.
Share your story
Tell your story with us
At its core, our work is about lived experiences and improving them for future generations. We are proud to give a platform to stories of lived experience.
GI cancers explained
More in-depth overviews of GI cancers
Learn more about GI cancers, including the different types, the warning signs, and related facts and figures.
Seedpod of Yarns
A video library of yarns on self-determined cancer journeys
Knowing your treatment options can change everything in a cancer journey. This series is a compassionate resource for everyone who must walk one.
Open clinical trials
View our open clinical trials
See what research we're undertaking, in our aim toward new and better ways forward in GI cancer care.
Stories from the Digest
Stay up to date with the GI cancer community
Read the latest news about clinical trials, get to know our research, and hear from supporters and other members of the GI cancer community.
Fundraise for research
Support vital GI cancer research
We rely on the support of the community to help us fund clinical trials and research to support better treatment options for people living with GI cancer.
Donate to research
Clinical trials and GI cancer
No matter the size, your donation will help conduct our clinical trials, leading to better treatments for patients diagnosed with GI cancer.