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Oesophageal cancer account for approximately 9,300 diagnoses each year in the UK, with 40% of occurrences in people over 75. Oesophageal cancer is a cancer that starts in the food pipe and is statistically more common in men than women. As February is Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on at some of […]
In Brighton and Hove, the rates of people attending their cancer screening appointments are lower than the national average. Cancer is a major contributor to the significant life expectancy gap in the city, with a gap of approximately 11 years between our deprived neighbourhoods and more affluent areas. In general, residents of highly deprived neighbourhoods […]
This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (22nd – 28th January), and we’re supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust to raise awareness of cervical cancer, encourage uptake of the HPV vaccination and cervical screening, and asking UK Government to prioritise cervical cancer. Prioritising cervical cancer as a health policy, committing to eliminating cervical cancer, and to […]
Whilst Christmastime for many is a season of rest and relaxation, for those living with cancer, it is not always an option as the worries of treatment lay on your mind.The good news is that there is still help at hand with helplines and online support available throughout the Christmas and New Year break. Helplines […]
There are around 10,500 pancreatic cancer diagnoses every year across the UK, making it the 10th most common cancer diagnosed. November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month, so we’ve taken a look at some of the support organisations available in the UK. Pancreatic Cancer Action Focused on the early detection and public awareness of pancreatic cancer, […]
The SWAG Cancer Alliance is responsible for working with providers, commissioners, and other partners to improve services and patient experience. The Alliance covers the 2.4 million people who live in Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon & Gloucestershire. We caught up with the team to find out about the recent projects. “At the SWAG Cancer Alliance, we wanted […]
Mouth cancer is the 6th most common cancer in the world, but it’s actually much less common in the UK. Over 8,000 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer each year in the UK, which accounts for around 1 in 50 cancers diagnoses. November is Mouth Cancer Awareness month, so we’ve highlighted some of the support […]
Arsenal in the Community has been using the power of the Arsenal football club name to positively impact the lives of young people since 1985. The team delivers Health & Wellbeing, Sport, Social and Education programmes to over 5,000 individuals each week. We caught up with the team to find out more. Tell us about […]
There are around 3,900 new cases of thyroid cancer in the UK every year. It’s most common in people in their 30s and those over the age of 60 and is has one of the most successful rates of treatment. We take a look at the cancer support services for people living with both Thyroid and Parathyroid cancer […]
Cancers that start in the female reproductive system are called gynaecological cancers and include Cervical, Ovarian, Womb, Vaginal and Vulval cancers. Each year in the UK, over 22,000 women are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer.September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, so we’re taking a look at the support services on offer in the UK. Go […]