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We pioneer life-saving research to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.

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    Apr 22

    Labs and research institutions have been found to be responsible for a huge amount of waste. Read our blog post to hear from three researchers working across the country, who are taking the problem into their own hands:

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  2. Apr 24

    “I’m hoping the nice weather and people cheering me on will keep me going.” Paul, one of our shop delivery drivers, is planning to run 7.33k every hour, on the hour, today to raise money for our life-saving research. Good luck Paul, we know you’ll be incredible! 🙌

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  3. Apr 23

    However, HPV vaccination is only part of the equation. Find out what collaboration, innovation and commitment will be needed to make this incredible milestone a reality. 3/3

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  4. Apr 23

    The have decided now is the right time to implement a global strategy, largely due to the success of the HPV vaccine. Watch our video and learn more about the human papilloma virus, cervical cancer and the HPV vaccine. 2/3

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  5. Apr 23

    The are working on an ambitious plan to create a ‘cervical cancer-free future’. If successful, it will become the first cancer to be ‘eliminated as a public health problem’. 1/3

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    Apr 23

    I am Kathleen (), a paediatric doctor doing a PhD through with & . I look at reproductive outcomes of patients & the effects of combination chemotherapy on the pre-pubertal testis.

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  7. Apr 23

    There are different types of HRT, each with different benefits and risks. Your GP can give you more information if you think HRT might help you. Everyone’s different - chat with your GP or visit our website for more information. 3/3

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  8. Apr 23

    HRT can increase the risk of breast, ovarian and womb cancer, but the increased risk is small. There are also other things that affect cancer risk more, such as smoking. If you’re concerned, talk to you doctor who can help you weigh up the pros and cons. 2/3

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  9. Apr 23

    Can hormone replacement therapy (HRT) cause cancer? Our webpages have just been updated to show the latest evidence and information in this area. Find out more: 1/3

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  10. Apr 22

    “We’re managing to keep positive, through the help of the incredible support from our family, friends and our sausage dog, Dorris.” James was diagnosed with testicular cancer in February and is currently in treatment. This is his .

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    Apr 22

    Another half marathon done! Two months until my Manchester to Liverpool run! Before that I have another two months of running between 4-10 miles everyday! Please donate for

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  12. Apr 21

    April is . If you’ve been referred for an urgent endoscopy by your doctor, it’s really important you attend – the NHS is still here to look after you during the pandemic. Watch this video from for more info 👇

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  13. Apr 21

    Thank you for your fantastic support, Naomi!

    A massive well done to Year 6 Naomi for helping to raise over £2000 for . Naomi took part in a transatlantic race and covered 403km running and walking. Read the full story
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    Apr 21

    £270m in charity research spend has been cut since the pandemic started. This is 7x greater than the drop after the 2008 recession. Charities have done everything they can to protect but without Government support more cuts will be made.

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    Apr 21

    CEO of shares the real & present emergency to medical research charities caused by pandemic with at . Grant rounds cancelled, plans for early-career researchers programmes delayed/dropped. There’s still time for Government to protect

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  16. Apr 20

    Our Talk Cancer training programme will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to talk openly about the risks associated with cancer. You’ll learn how to support people making changes to lower their risk and the importance of spotting cancer early.

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  17. Apr 20

    Having conversations about cancer risk factors can save lives – but it’s something many don’t feel comfortable discussing. We want to change that. (1/2)

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  18. Apr 19

    Last year, the announced their ambitious plan to create a ‘cervical cancer-free future’. But what kind of commitment and innovation will be needed to ensure this important milestone can become a reality? Find out on our blog post.

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  19. Apr 18

    New research has revealed how liver cancer incidence rates varied across the UK over the last 20 years. Read our news report to find out more.

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  20. Apr 18

    The ABC-06 trial, which we part-funded with , has found that FOLFOX – a well-known combination of chemotherapy – can be effective against biliary tract cancers that have progressed past initial treatment with chemotherapy. Read more below.

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