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Cancer Research UK
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👥 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. We all have a part to play in supporting the vital research that will help beat it.
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Good luck to all of our runners at the 2023 Bristol
@Great_Run
this weekend! Thank you for your fantastic support, make sure to take a selfie and tag us! 📸
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"I've been at Cancer Research UK for over 14 years. I write summaries and results of cancer trials available in the UK. I thoroughly enjoy using my knowledge about cancer to help others as my father, sister and brother have all had cancer." 3/3
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"I work on a team of nurses providing information and support to people affected by cancer. It's a privilege to work on the helpline, as I get to help people understand their situation better. I've had family diagnosed with cancer so I'm proud to work at Cancer Research UK." 2/3
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#CancerWaitingTimes data look at how well NHS cancer services are performing. They tell us the maximum time most patients should expect to wait for cancer diagnosis and treatment ⏰ Our senior cancer intelligence manager, Sophia, shares why this data is important 📽
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New techniques like this, that add simple and non-invasive steps to routinely used tests, could accelerate the development of stromal targeted therapies and improve the effectiveness of chemotherapies in dense tumours like some breast cancers. Read on 👇
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How MRI add-ons could accelerate the development of new treatments
New research from the ICR is showing us how additional measurements taken by MRI could speed up the development of new drugs that could make chemotherapies more effective
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A research team at the ICR is finding ways to accelerate the development of new treatments with MRI add-ons. MRIs are completely non-invasive and allow us to look multiple times throughout the treatment 🧪 1/2
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Over the next few months, we’re bringing together experts, researchers, policy makers, economists, and cancer patients to work on some of the challenges people living with cancer face. This will help inform an actionable set of policies which we’ll publish later this year. 1/2
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Prof Gareth Griffiths and his team are working to improve treatment for bladder cancer patients. They hope that boosting the immune system could reduce the need for radical surgery, increase the effectiveness of treatment, and help people maintain a good quality of life. 5/5
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Our AURORA trial is exploring new ways to treat a rare type of bladder cancer. The trial is testing a treatment that boosts the immune system to fight the disease. If successful, the AURORA trial could lead to different, much-needed treatment options. 4/5
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Looking ahead… we’re developing a better, kinder way to diagnose bladder cancer. Our researchers are running a clinical trial called Inform-Bladder. This trial could lead to better experiences for people going through checks for bladder cancer, encouraging more to seek help. 3/5
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Past research has enabled us to pioneer a new technique that led to the development of a urine test to detect bladder cancer. We’ve also improved the use of radiotherapy and chemotherapy for people with bladder cancer, saving many lives. 2/5
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Today is an important day, with His Majesty King Charles III’s #Coronation. The support
@CR_UK
has received from the Royal Family over the span of the charity has been invaluable.
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Spectacular scenes in London on #Coronation Day. Travelling in the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, accompanied by The Sovereign’s Escort of Household Cavalry, The King and The Queen have arrived at Westminster Abbey for the Coronation Service.
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Good luck to all of our runners taking on the
@Great_Run
Birmingham this weekend. You’re all doing something brilliant – raising money for our life-saving research. Thank you for your wonderful support! 🙌
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Rod became one of our Campaigns Ambassadors following a cancer diagnosis - he sadly died in January this year. He’s been selected as one of 500 #CoronationChampions. We join his loved ones in celebrating his life and the huge contribution he made to our organisation ♥
Jeremy Hunt, Angela Richardson and Rod Pluthero stood together in pink 'Race for Life' t-shirts.
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Following recent findings from the landmark nine-year #TRACERx study, researchers may have found a new way to track changes in a tumour and see how likely it is to spread, by looking at blood samples. Read more: bit.ly/3VqMqXQ
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TRACERx: Using blood tests to track lung cancer
In one of their recently published papers, TRACERx researchers may have found a new way to track changes in a tumour and see how likely it is to spread, by looking at blood samples. 
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New research, published today in the
@BrJCancer
, has found that adults with severe mental illness are less likely to attend cancer screening than those who don’t have such conditions. Read the full story and explore resources for support 👇
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Severe mental illness linked to low attendance at cancer screening
New research has found that adults with severe mental illness are less likely to attend cancer screening than those who do not have such conditions.
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You can protect your skin from UV damage to reduce the risk of melanoma skin cancer and still enjoy the sun. This summer think about: 1) Spending time in the shade 2) Covering up with clothes 3) Using a sunscreen with SPF15+ & 4 or 5 stars Sun safety is important at all ages!
How to enjoy the sun safely: 1) Find shade by taking breaks under trees or umbrellas. 2) Cover up with long sleeved tops and a hat. 3) Use sunscreen on any skin that isn't covered.
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Most melanoma skin cancer cases are from too much UV radiation from the sun. Here’s a quick UV refresher: ⬆️Protect your skin if the UV index is 3+ 🌥️UV rays can burn you even if it’s cloudy or feels cool ❄️UV rays are reflected back from snow, sand & water 👇Try the shadow rule
The sun's UV rays are strongest when your shadow is shorter than you. This is usually during the middle of the day, from 11am to 3pm.
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