New funding to boost early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer
Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon, and Gloucestershire (SWAG) Cancer Alliance have launched a pilot with local GPs to help detect pancreatic cancer earlier, when treatment is likely to be more effective. The initiative will run across two years as a pilot trial and will span 28 GP practices covering a patient population of over 260,000 people within…
Read MoreApril is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Bowel cancer is the UK’s fourth most common cancer but if diagnosed at the earliest stages, bowel cancer is treatable and curable. For cancer screening to be effective, it is important that uptake is high. April is bowel cancer awareness month and the SWAG Cancer Alliance have been actively involved with the development and funding…
Read MorePancreatic Cancer Case Finding
In recent years, we have witnessed the first sustained rise in early cancer diagnoses in over a decade, and we are committed to continually exploring innovative ways to build on this positive momentum. As part of this ongoing effort, NHS England is launching an exciting new pilot initiative aimed at enhancing the early detection of…
Read MoreIncreasing Cancer Awareness for the Chinese speaking community
On 10th March, the Increasing Cancer Awareness for the Chinese speaking community event was held in Bath. This was a collaboration between the Chinese Community Wellbeing Society (CCWS) and SWAG Cancer Alliance, funded by the latter. The aim was to promote the early diagnosis of cancer by raising awareness that early detection can save lives…
Read MoreWorld Cancer Day – Macmillan Event Today in Westminster
Our lead cancer nurse, Chris Levett and other lead cancer nurses and CNS’s across SWAG are attending a Macmillan event today in Westminster to mark World Cancer Day. BBC presenter and Macmillan supporter Nick Robinson will be talking to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting about the Government’s vision…
Read MoreToday is World Cancer Day! World Cancer Day 2025 – United by Unique
Today is World Cancer Day! Every year on 4 February, the world marks World Cancer Day creating awareness and placing people at the centre of care. This year’s theme is “United by Unique” reinforcing why our Your Cancer, Your Care, Your Way personalised care strategy is so important. Our person-centred approach ensures our services fully…
Read MoreMore than 375 Patients Supported in the First Year of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s Post-Menopausal Bleeding Service
We’re excited to share BBC Radio Somerset’s coverage of this brilliant SWAG Cancer Alliance funded service! The programme highlights the service’s remarkable impact, featuring an interview with Consultant Gynaecological-Oncologist Mr. David Milliken and a heartfelt account from Hazel, a patient who shares her positive experience Click here to listen on BBC Sounds now Mr. Milliken’s…
Read MoreNovember is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – Targeted Lung Health Check Programme
Over 36,000 lung health checks have been completed in the last two years by the Somerset, Wiltshire, Avon and Gloucester (SWAG) Cancer Alliance. Since 2022 SWAG Cancer Alliance have administered 36,627 Lung health checks across the region as part of the Targeted Lung Health Check Programme (TLHC). Anna Bibby, clinical lead for SWAG Cancer Alliance…
Read MoreOctober is Liver Cancer Awareness Month
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month—an important opportunity to raise awareness and funds for improving early detection, supporting those affected by liver cancer, and honoring loved ones. Your support in October could help us to get closer to a breakthrough in calling for early diagnosis and put a much-needed spotlight on the disease. Visit the…
Read MoreUpdate from Pancreatic Cancer UK on shortages of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT)
Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI) occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce sufficient enzymes or produce them at the right time to ensure adequate digestion. This can result in food not being digested properly and can lead to malabsorption. The main treatment for PEI is pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT). PERT is available in capsules…
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