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World 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…
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…
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.…
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…
Read MoreWinners Corner! Congratulations to the SWAG Late Effects Team and the Gloucestershire Psychological Service
On Thursday 09 November at the Macmillan Professionals awards in Glasgow we had 2 teams from SWAG who were shortlisted and both won! The details of the categories and winners are…
Read MoreSuccess Story – Targeted Lung Health Checks
An ex-smoker who had a tumour removed from his lung said he is relieved that a health check caught the tumour early. Dave Rolfe, 69, from Bath was invited by…
Read MoreGatewayC Podcasts – Episode 1: Lung Cancer
Have you listened to GatewayC’s new podcast? 🎧 GPs Talk Cancer with Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor for GatewayC is out now. Listen to GPs bust myths and…
Read MoreImportance of Cervical Screening
Listen to NHS BNSSG ICB Clinical Lead for Cancer Dr Glenda Beard, who was on @Ujimaradio this week talking about the importance of cervical screening. Urban Grooves Playout Tuesday 18…
Read MoreOn Wednesday 5 July 2023, the NHS will mark 75 years of service!
Let’s Talk About Prostate Cancer
Let’s talk about prostate cancer – YouTube Cultural taboos and misconceptions around prostate cancer can prevent Black men from being diagnosed and treated early. Black men with prostate cancer, living…
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