🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 67: Breaking cancer news - August 2026. Have a listen:

Episode 67: Breaking cancer news - August 2026

In this month's cancer news round-up, Steve Bland is joined by the...

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🚨 North east London faces some of the highest rates of breast cancers and poorer outcomes than other parts of the country. To change this, Barts Charity has launched 'Here for it' - a fundraising campaign for the @NHSBartsHealth Breast Cancer Centre. www.bartscharity.org.uk/here-for-it/

🎥 How do we make cancer care fairer for everyone in north east London? Our new video brings our Health Inequalities Strategy to life, explaining why it matters, what local people told us, and how we’re working to make a difference. ▶️ Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/pjuLubb35u4

Reducing health inequalities in cancer care

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In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, host Steve Bland is joined by Anne Isaksson, a cancer patient whose powerful film, This Is Everything, documents her diagnosis, treatment and recovery at @NHSBartsHealth Have a listen to the episode now: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 66: Making cancer movies - sharing a powerful cancer story through film. Have a listen:

Episode 66: Making cancer movies - sharing a powerful cancer story through film

What happens when someone living with cancer decides to pick up a camera...

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📣 Keeping the conversations going about cancer! A great day talking to local residents in London Borough of Havering about cancer screening, signs and symptoms and support for people living with cancer. For more info about the North East London Cancer Alliance visit www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk

🚨 Join our free webinar! 🚨 Understanding Diversity in Cancer Care: Improving Patient Experience Through Adapted Practice Date: Thursday 24 September 2026, 3.00pm - 4.30pm Location: Online (via Teams) Registration: medtribe.com/courses/unde...

Cancer patients at Barts Health NHS Trust's St Bartholomew’s Hospital are getting important blood test results in as little as 10 to 15 minutes, thanks to a new machine that allows tests to be carried out on site. www.bartshealth.nhs.uk/news-from-st...

Want to know how to use the Aspirant Cancer Career and Education Development (ACCEND) Framework in practice? Join Lucy Elkiss, ACCEND Delivery Manager, Macmillan Cancer Support, on our free online webinar to find out! Wed 21 Oct 26, 12.00-1.00pm Register: bit.ly/ACCEND

The robotic surgery programme at Barts Health NHS Trust has gained international attention, with a report on the service appearing in more than 100 media outlets across 37 countries. Read an example of the coverage from France24: www.france24.com/en/science/2...

In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, host Steve Bland, MOVE against cancer charity, and people at the heart of the inspiring 5k Your Way movement, explore how physical activity can play a powerful role in cancer prevention, treatment, & recovery: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 65: Moving forward together - using exercise to transform life with and beyond cancer. Have a listen:

Episode 65: Moving forward together - using exercise to transform life with and beyond cancer

In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, host Steve Bland is joined...

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🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 64: Breaking cancer news - July 2026. Have a listen:

Episode 64: Breaking cancer news - July 2026

In this month's news round-up, Steve and Femi cover everything going on...

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Back in Romford for another fantastic session with Age UK, speaking to local residents in London Borough of Havering about cancer screening programmes, signs and symptoms of cancer and support for people living with cancer. Find out more about what we do: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk

🚨 New research highlights the potential of targeted prostate health checks for men at highest risk 🚨 Read more: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/news/new-res...

Amazing turnout at the @RedbridgeLive Disability Festival. Over 100 local residents came to speak to us about cancer! We gave out lots of information and advice about cancer screening, signs and symptoms and support for people living with cancer.

A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but what if there were ways to help you feel stronger & more prepared? In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, Steve Bland explores the growing role of prehabilitation and how it can support cancer patients: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

Pan-London Cancer Nursing Conference a Resounding Success..... Read the full write up of the event here: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/news/pan-lon...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 63: Taking control through prehabilitation. Have a listen:

Episode 63: Taking control through prehabilitation

A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but what if there were ways to...

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👉 A fantastic afternoon with @NHSEnglandLDN to recognise the London regional champions in the NHS Excellence Awards! Our Gypsy, Roma and Traveller engagement project was selected as the regional champion in the 'Improving Health Outcomes' category.

🚨 Last chance to book your free place on our How to Publish in Healthcare Webinar! Sign up now to find out how to get your work and ideas published in a leading healthcare journal. Register free: medtribe.com/courses/nel-... Monday 13 July 2026 | 9.00–10.00am | Online via Teams

In June's news episode, Steve Bland & Femi Odewale are joined by Nellie Gbadebo, CEO & Founder of Touchy-Feely, the UK's leading creative and cultural cancer organisation, to talk about the month's cancer news AND a special event on 18 July in Shoreditch! www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

On World Prostate Cancer Day, Taking Control of Cancer explores one of the most important ways to improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer: understanding your risk and getting checked early. Have a listen now: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

Early detection saves lives, and your GP is your first line of defence. In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer Steve Bland speaks with Dr Toby Lambeth, who is passionate about improving early cancer diagnosis and tackling health inequalities: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 61: Breaking cancer news - June 2026. Have a listen:

Episode 61: Breaking cancer news - June 2026

In June's news episode Steve Bland and Femi Odewale are joined by Nellie...

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A woman from Ilford is recovering after a rare and highly complex double-cancer procedure to treat bowel cancer that had spread through her body, thanks to Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust. Read more: www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/news/rare-do...

News - News - Rare double cancer surgery aims to extend woman’s life

Rare double cancer surgery aims to extend woman’s life

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🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 61: Checking your prostate cancer risk. Have a listen:

Episode 61: Checking your prostate cancer risk

Recorded on World Prostate Cancer Day, this episode Taking Control of...

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🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 60: Starting the cancer conversation. Have a listen:

Episode 60: Starting the cancer conversation

Early detection saves lives, and your GP is your first line of defence....

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Ever wondered how to get your work and ideas published in a leading journal? Join Filipe Carvalho from @NHSHomerton who will equip you with the skills you need to start your publishing journey. 9am to 10am, Mon 13 July Register for free here: medtribe.com/courses/nel-...

A new drug that extends survival for women with hard-to-treat ovarian cancer is now available on the NHS. The treatment was tested by @NHSBartsHealth at St Bartholomew's Hospital as part of a major global clinical trial in 8 NHS hospitals in England Read more: bit.ly/4xvy4b4