We're here to improve cancer diagnosis and treatment for patients across south east London (Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark).
London, England
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In partnership with @BakedBeanCo, we have created the first cancer-specific physical activity resource for people with learning disabilities and autism.
The resource includes easy-to-follow videos with clear language and demonstrations of each activity. bit.ly/4hSKdSg
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🧵1/2 Cancer can affect every part of a person’s life. Alongside the physical effects of cancer and its treatment, people may experience emotional, psychological, social, practical and spiritual challenges.
🧵2/2 We've launched two new resources to help people affected by cancer — and the professionals supporting them — better understand psychosocial support and the services available across South East London.
Find out more: selca.nhs.uk/news/creating-l…
🧵1/2 Have you seen our new campaign about red flag cancer symptoms?
Throughout August and September, we’ll be raising awareness of the common signs and symptoms of cancer and encouraging people not to ignore changes in their body and speak to your GP.
🧵2/2 Our campaign is a reminder to give yourself the same care and attention we naturally give our loved ones – including our pets.
If you would never ignore a worrying change in a loved one, you shouldn't ignore one in our own body. Find out more: nhsredflags.com/
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As part of our ongoing commitment to deliver high quality, patient-centred care across South East London, we are proud to announce that we are working with @BreastCancerNow, through its Service Pledge initiative to improve local breast cancer services.
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Find out more about the Service Pledge programme and how it places patients at the heart of shaping improvements:
bit.ly/4pB9B0t
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For #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth we are encouraging primary care professionals to complete our online education module on how to use the faecal immunochemical test, also known as FIT, and the role it plays in detecting bowel cancer in our patients.
learning.guyscanceracademy.c…
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Have you been invited for NHS lung cancer screening?
Don’t put it off — book your appointment today.
You may spot our campaign on billboards and bus stops near you.
Find out more: sel-lunghealthcheck.nhs.uk/
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It's #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth 💙
We’re proud to have partnered with local GP, Dr Numa Thebe, to support and empower our Nepali community in Greenwich with the knowledge they need to take control of their health.
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Can you feel the energy?⚡Something exciting is coming!
We’ve been working behind the scenes on a brand-new project with @BakedBeanCo, to support people with learning disabilities to keep active.
📢 Stay tuned for updates and the official release date.
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The NHS and @imperialcollege are running a paid workshop on 9 April to hear from people aged 50 to 74, who have ever smoked about their views on the NHS Lung Cancer Screening service.
Find out more and sign up here: tinyurl.com/lung-screening1
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The NHS and @imperialcollege are running a paid workshop on 9 April to hear from people aged 50 to 74, who have ever smoked about their views on the NHS Lung Cancer Screening service.
Find out more and sign up here: tinyurl.com/lung-screening1
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Our cancer clinical nurse specialists have been sharing what their role means to them to mark #NationalCancerCNSDay
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Are you a nurse or considering a career in nursing?
We’re taking a closer look at how cancer clinical nurse specialists are making a difference to patients and their loved ones every day.
CNS Reena tells us why it’s such a rewarding role!
#NationalCancerCNSDay
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Today is the fifth #NationalCancerCNSDay!
We are proud to be sharing our support for this incredible workforce. Join us as we celebrate the amazing work our Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists do every day.
@UKONSmember @macmillancancer @NHSEngland @theRCN
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Today is World Lymphoedema Day.
Lymphoedema can sometimes develop due to cancer or cancer treatment.
Find out more about lymphoedema by watching this video by the British Lymphology Society: thebls.com/pages/what-is-lym…
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Have you seen our campaign ads that are encouraging Londoners to recognise the potential symptoms of oesophageal cancer, projected onto iconic London landmarks?
If you've not spotted the ads yet, check out our video👇
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Have you seen our new campaign that is encouraging Londoners to recognise the potential symptoms of oesophageal cancer?
We're also helping primary care professionals to confidently refer suspected cancer patients, by encouraging them to complete our short online module.
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It only takes 10 minutes to complete and provides guidance regarding access to diagnostic tests: learning.guyscanceracademy.c…
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This February, we have partnered with our neighbouring Cancer Alliances in London and @HeartburnCancer to launch a new campaign encouraging people who are experiencing potential symptoms of oesophageal cancer to contact their GP.
Find out more:
bit.ly/45TcWj7
📢 To mark World Cancer Day, the government has today launched its National Cancer Plan for England.
The new National Cancer Plan will:
- diagnose cancer earlier
- provide better treatments
- help people to live well
- focus on prevention
gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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Physical activity is a crucial component of preventing ill health.
A new four-part podcast by NHS England explores how we can harness the true potential of physical activity across the NHS to help people to live healthier lives for longer.
bit.ly/4t0jkPz
We recently worked with @MaudsleyNHS, @GSTTnhs and @InHealthGroup to support patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and people experiencing homelessness to get screened for lung cancer in a safe and accessible space.
Find out more: bit.ly/3Y6n83a
