First look at our next #GPsTalkCancer episode... In our upcoming bonus episode with NHS Wales, Dr Elaine Hampton, GP facilitator in cancer services in North Wales, joins Sarah and Rebecca in our brand-new studio to discuss cancer in rural populations. Out everywhere Tuesday🎧

It's #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek 📅 Cervical screening detects most cases of cervical cancers and HPV related changes, but declining participation across the UK highlights the need for clinicians to recognise key signs and symptoms of cervical cancer. Read more: link.gatewayc.org.uk/cervicalck

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Cervical screening detects most cases of cervical cancers and HPV related changes, but declining participation across the UK highlights the need for clinicians to recognise key signs and symptoms of c...

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Cancer or HIV? HIV and certain cancers can present with similar symptoms. Given the potential symptom overlap, a strong focus on ruling out cancer may inadvertently delay an HIV diagnosis, increasing the risk of more advanced disease. ­ Read more ⬇️ link.gatewayc.org.uk/ckcancerhivx

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Given the potential symptom overlap between HIV and cancer, a strong focus on ruling out cancer may inadvertently delay an HIV diagnosis, increasing the risk of more advanced disease.

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Exciting news! GatewayC and Gas Mark 8 are finalists for the HSJ Partnership Awards – recognising excellence in NHS collaboration and innovation. Winners revealed in March. #hsjpartnershipawards #NHS

People with ALK+ #lungcancer often aren’t told they can ask their GP for a Cancer Care Review. @gatewayc.bsky.social highlights how side effects like neuropathy, weight changes & long-term bone or heart issues can be missed unless someone checks in. www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-st... #LCSM

Why it is still important to carry out a cancer care review: treatment complications

Key takeaways: Cancer treatment can be classified into three main types: surgery, radiotherapy and SACT. Patients often under-report treatment side effects, making cancer care reviews key to identifyi...

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University of Oxford, @ox.ac.uk, researchers are using AI to assess how likely a man's #ProstateCancer is to respond to treatment. The technology analyses biopsy images to predict how aggressive a cancer might be and how it could develop over time. Read more⬇️ www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

NHS hospitals to test AI tool that helps diagnose and treat prostate cancer

Three-year study will test biopsy analysis tool shown in trials to identify men likely to benefit from certain drugs

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🗣️"...we should be seeking advice about that family history" Tune into our new #GPsTalkCancer podcast episode where Dr Jude Hayward, GP and GPwSI in Genetics, joins our GP hosts to discuss the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care. 🎧 link.gatewayc.org.uk/geneticspods...

Genetics in primary care

Dr Jude Hayward, GPwSI in Genetics, joins GPs Rebecca and Sarah to break down the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care.

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How can we spot secondary breast cancer and why is it important?🔎 Approximately 1 in 5 women will experience breast cancer recurrence. During this week of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting how to recognise and manage the key symptoms of secondary breast cancer.

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth🎗️ Our latest Cancer Key asks: Is breast pain a symptom of breast cancer? Around 70% of women experience breast pain at some point, yet the incidence of breast cancer in patients presenting with pain alone is reported to be less than 1%.

🗣️“I really don’t like talking about food as medicine because I think it can actually be really problematic.” Dr Emily Leeming, gut health researcher and Genius Gut author, discusses the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing in a new #GPsTalkCancer podcast episode.

🗣️ “26% of patients with visible haematuria had some sort of urological malignancy” In our new urological cancer course, Urologist Mr Sotonye Tolofari shares that urological cancers are often asymptomatic, but haematuria is the most common sign of bladder cancer and should be taken seriously.

Tennis legend Bjorn Borg has shared he has been diagnosed with extremely aggressive prostate cancer. Listen to our dedicated podcast episode on this topic, where our GP Leads cover practical tips for earlier identification and referral. link.gatewayc.org.uk/prostatepod #ProstateCancer

"...peas, grapes and satsumas!" 🫛 Series three of #GPsTalkCancer is back with a new episode! Dr Suzanne Roberts, Consultant Haematologist, joins our GP Leads to discuss the common presentations and key investigations of leukaemia and lymphoma this #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth.

Key updates from the most recent clinical review of the Scottish Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer 📋 The guidelines support GPs and primary care clinicians in correctly identifying and appropriately referring patients who have potential symptoms of cancer and require urgent assessment.

How can GPs manage haematuria in cases of suspected bladder or kidney cancer? Haematuria is often a misleading symptom which is commonly attributed to benign conditions like UTIs, but 26% of patients presenting with visible haematuria are diagnosed with a urological malignancy.

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Recent research indicates that 26% of patients presenting with visible haematuria are diagnosed with a urological malignancy. Learn when haematuria should prompt further investigation.

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Looking to gain clinical insights on breast cancer, direct from a secondary care specialist? 💡 We are partnering with FourteenFish to host a free webinar on breast cancer with speaker Miss Clare Garnsey, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon. 📅Tuesday 7 October 2025, 1 – 2pm

Free primary care webinar series coming soon!💻 We’re hosting a series of six webinars with FourteenFish to support primary care professionals with early cancer diagnosis. Our specialist speakers will share their expert insights on a range of cancer types, followed by a Q&A. #primarycarewebinars

Women with bladder cancer are more likely to experience late diagnosis, with 24% presenting through emergency admission compared with 16% of men 🏥 This #UrologicalCancerAwarenessMonth in September, we’re helping you to detect bladder cancer in women earlier with our latest Cancer Key.

Childhood cancer is one of the leading causes of death from disease among children. September is #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth - support early diagnosis and refresh your knowledge on the signs of paediatric cancer with our latest Cancer Key🗝️ #ChildhoodCancer #PaedriaticCancer

🚨East of England primary care professionals Boost your cancer knowledge with our FREE webinars 📅15 Oct Colorectal cancer & bowel cancer screening 📅19 Nov Primary care & cancer performance 📅14 Jan Cervical & breast screening 📅11 Feb Frailty & cancer 📅11 Mar PSA testing & prostate cancer

50% of patients opt to discontinue their endocrine treatment due to unpleasant side effects📊 In a new bonus episode of #GPsTalkCancer, our GP lead meets with patients and experts to investigate these side effects and how they affect patients’ quality of life. 🎧 link.gatewayc.org.uk/endocrinepodb

🆕Read our latest Cancer Key - What are the essential questions to ask patients with suspicious moles?🔎 Over 80% of melanoma skin cancers in the UK are considered preventable - a thorough assessment of the patient’s lesion, risk factors and personal and family history is vital.

Looking for accessible and insightful advice on spotting the signs of cancer in primary care? 👀 In 30 minute to 1-hour episodes, our #GPsTalkCancer pod brings you real clinical insights, delving into case studies, red flag symptoms, investigations and referral pathways.

🩸Bruising and leukaemia: what every GP should know Bruising is a common symptom but sometimes it can signal something more serious, like leukaemia. 🗝️In our latest Cancer Key we share top practice tips 👇 #PrimaryCare #Cancer

🛑Stomach #cancer had the highest percentage of avoidable delays (34%) from initial presentation to referral, according to the National Cancer Diagnosis Audit 2018. ️In our latest Cancer Key we look at Stomach Cancer and consider if PPIs masking red flag symptoms. #PrimaryCare

We associate HPV with cervical cancer, but in our latest Cancer Key we see it's contributed to an increase of head & neck cancers in males 40-50🗝️ -It can lie dormant in throat tissues for years before symptoms -Responds to treatment but early diagnosis key -️Causes anus, penis, vulva & vagina cancers

Since the 1990s, head and neck cancer incidence rates have increased by 35% in the UK (CRUK) 📈 Yesterday marked #WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay. Top up your knowledge on the symptoms and risk factors with our new podcast episode with JP Jeannon, consultant ear, nose and throat surgeon.

🗣️“Your diagnostic skills need to be constantly tested and tried..." Ahead of #WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay on 27 July, learn how to effectively assess and diagnose patients with symptoms indicative of head and neck cancer in our latest #GPsTalkCancer episode with JP Jeannon. #necklumps #headandneck

New Cancer Key🗝️ 🔍Neck lumps are common and on the rise in males 40-50 Know when to be concerned... 🔹Refer a lump >1cm that’s persisted for 3+ weeks 🔹Direct referral often allows imaging & FNA at same visit 🔹Suspect lymphoma? Refer to a head and neck surgeon 🔹Document size and consistency

🗣️ “They won't even go to the doctor because they fear they're going to lose the breast...” Laura Urhobo, CEO of Cancer Care Diaspora, shares how cultural barriers, such as high levels of fear, result in lower levels of breast cancer early diagnosis in ethnic minority groups.