LessSurvivable's profile picture. We are the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce, made up of: @ActionHeartburn, @BrainTumourOrg @GutsCharityUK, @LiverTrust, @Roy_Castle_Lung and @PancreaticCanUK.

Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce

@LessSurvivable

We are the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce, made up of: @ActionHeartburn, @BrainTumourOrg @GutsCharityUK, @LiverTrust, @Roy_Castle_Lung and @PancreaticCanUK.

Rachel’s Rule seeks to prevent people with complex cancer histories from slipping through the gaps by ensuring annual hereditary risk reviews within the NHS. You can read the full proposal and support the petition here ⬇️ change.org/RachelsRule


October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth. 17 people in the UK are diagnosed with #LiverCancer every day. Early diagnosis saves lives, so this month is an important opportunity to raise awareness. Find out how to get involved @LiverTrust 👇 livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer-a…

LessSurvivable's tweet image. October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth. 17 people in the UK are diagnosed with #LiverCancer every day.
Early diagnosis saves lives, so this month is an important opportunity to raise awareness. Find out how to get involved @LiverTrust 👇
livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer-a…

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October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, please join us this month to raise awareness of this often overlooked disease - the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the UK. From ordering posters for your workplace, to hosting a coffee morning, there are loads of ways to raise…

LiverTrust's tweet image. October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth, please join us this month to raise awareness of this often overlooked disease - the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the UK.

From ordering posters for your workplace, to hosting a coffee morning, there are loads of ways to raise…

Today's article by @guardian shows three in four English hospitals are failing to hit two cancer targets in league tables. Alfie Bailey-Bearfield, the interim chair of the Taskforce, said treatment delays were unacceptable. Read Alfie's full response ⬇️🔗 shorturl.at/Ynm2Z


On behalf of the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers, please find below its latest newsletter. 📰Visit the APPG website for further information and updates.🔗➡️shorturl.at/xgdlH

LessSurvivable's tweet image. On behalf of the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers, please find below its latest newsletter. 📰Visit the APPG website for further information and updates.🔗➡️shorturl.at/xgdlH
LessSurvivable's tweet image. On behalf of the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers, please find below its latest newsletter. 📰Visit the APPG website for further information and updates.🔗➡️shorturl.at/xgdlH

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This is a decade-defining moment; the National Cancer Plan could be a critical turning point for improvements for the @LessSurvivable cancers. Together with our friends at @BrainTumourOrg, and over 60 charities as #OneCancerVoice, we demand the transformation of survival rates.

PancreaticCanUK's tweet image. This is a decade-defining moment; the National Cancer Plan could be a critical turning point for improvements for the @LessSurvivable cancers.

Together with our friends at @BrainTumourOrg, and over 60 charities as #OneCancerVoice, we demand the transformation of survival rates.
PancreaticCanUK's tweet image. This is a decade-defining moment; the National Cancer Plan could be a critical turning point for improvements for the @LessSurvivable cancers.

Together with our friends at @BrainTumourOrg, and over 60 charities as #OneCancerVoice, we demand the transformation of survival rates.

"Only then can we improve survival rates for people facing these devastating diseases." Read our full statement on why we're joining the #OneCancerVoice in urging the government to deliver a National Cancer Plan that meets our collective six tests here ⬇️shorturl.at/LQfzK

LessSurvivable's tweet image. "Only then can we improve survival rates for people facing these devastating diseases."
Read our full statement on why we're joining the #OneCancerVoice in urging the government to deliver a National Cancer Plan that meets our collective six tests here ⬇️shorturl.at/LQfzK
LessSurvivable's tweet image. "Only then can we improve survival rates for people facing these devastating diseases."
Read our full statement on why we're joining the #OneCancerVoice in urging the government to deliver a National Cancer Plan that meets our collective six tests here ⬇️shorturl.at/LQfzK
LessSurvivable's tweet image. "Only then can we improve survival rates for people facing these devastating diseases."
Read our full statement on why we're joining the #OneCancerVoice in urging the government to deliver a National Cancer Plan that meets our collective six tests here ⬇️shorturl.at/LQfzK
LessSurvivable's tweet image. "Only then can we improve survival rates for people facing these devastating diseases."
Read our full statement on why we're joining the #OneCancerVoice in urging the government to deliver a National Cancer Plan that meets our collective six tests here ⬇️shorturl.at/LQfzK

The recent Less Survivable Cancers APPG report highlighted the difficulty in diagnosing and detecting less survivable cancers early. Read our recommendations to the Government on addressing this and more in the full report here: shorturl.at/c3c4Z

LessSurvivable's tweet image. The recent Less Survivable Cancers APPG report highlighted the difficulty in diagnosing and detecting less survivable cancers early. Read our recommendations to the Government on addressing this and more in the full report here: shorturl.at/c3c4Z

"Extending the opening hours of Community Diagnostic Centres is a vital step forwards for diagnosing a variety of conditions, including cancer - the leading cause of death from disease in this country." Read our full statement ➡️shorturl.at/tX5jL


A new study from @LSHTM highlights the disparity of survival rates between cancer types, including less survivable cancers. “The National Cancer Plan must… make meaningful strides in improving outcomes for all patients.” Read our full statement here ⬇️shorturl.at/JFlFb


August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, a condition impacting the stomach. A side effect of many of the cancers we represent, it is important to raise awareness about this condition. Head to @GutsCharityUK and their website to learn more ➡ shorturl.at/toVKk

LessSurvivable's tweet image. August is Gastroparesis Awareness Month, a condition impacting the stomach. A side effect of many of the cancers we represent, it is important to raise awareness about this condition. Head to @GutsCharityUK and their website to learn more ➡ shorturl.at/toVKk

The past few weeks have been busy for the Taskforce with key policy developments occurring and a significant positive win in Wales. Throughout it all we remain dedicated to continuing our work to advocate for better outcomes for people with less survivable cancers #lesssurvivable

LessSurvivable's tweet image. The past few weeks have been busy for the Taskforce with key policy developments occurring and a significant positive win in Wales. Throughout it all we remain dedicated to continuing our work to advocate for better outcomes for people with less survivable cancers #lesssurvivable

Hundreds of patients are taking part in a ground-breaking trial of the Enlighten test, a simple blood test that could detect the earliest signs of multiple cancers, including some of the less survivable cancers.  Innovations like this give real hope. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…


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Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚 Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)

GutsCharityUK's tweet image. Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚

Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)
GutsCharityUK's tweet image. Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚

Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)
GutsCharityUK's tweet image. Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚

Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)
GutsCharityUK's tweet image. Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚

Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)

This year the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers produced a powerful report looking into earlier detection and faster diagnosis. It contains key recommendations to the Government on improving outcomes. To read the full report click here ➡️lesssurvivablecancers.org.uk/news/

LessSurvivable's tweet image. This year the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers produced a powerful report looking into earlier detection and faster diagnosis. It contains key recommendations to the Government on improving outcomes. To read the full report click here ➡️lesssurvivablecancers.org.uk/news/

Only 16% of people diagnosed with some of the less survivable cancers survive beyond 5 years. The #RareCancersBill is a unique opportunity to tackle this and more. We are pleased to have supported this Bill throughout its journey and will continue to do so as it progresses.

LessSurvivable's tweet image. Only 16% of people diagnosed with some of the less survivable cancers survive beyond 5 years. The #RareCancersBill is a unique opportunity to tackle this and more. We are pleased to have supported this Bill throughout its journey and will continue to do so as it progresses.

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Living with a health condition, or caring for someone who does, can be challenging. On #InternationalSelfCareDay, and every day, it's worth remembering that it's OK to take a moment for yourself if you need to. And remember, we're here for you if you want to talk:…

LiverTrust's tweet image. Living with a health condition, or caring for someone who does, can be challenging. On #InternationalSelfCareDay, and every day, it's worth remembering that it's OK to take a moment for yourself if you need to.

And remember, we're here for you if you want to talk:…

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We’re pleased to see the government’s recognition of the important role that charities play in supporting patients and complementing NHS care. (1/3)

Patients will be connected to specialist charities as soon as they've been diagnosed with a long-term health condition, starting next year. This new service means expert advice, emotional support and practical help from day one, alongside NHS care. More: gov.uk/government/new…

DHSCgovuk's tweet image. Patients will be connected to specialist charities as soon as they've been diagnosed with a long-term health condition, starting next year.

This new service means expert advice, emotional support and practical help from day one, alongside NHS care.

More: gov.uk/government/new…


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📢 PSA 📢 For those living with a brain tumour, hot weather can be challenging. Heat can make symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and nausea worse. And for some, medications can increase sun sensitivity, making skin more prone to burning. Check out our tips for staying cool ☀️

BrainTumourOrg's tweet image. 📢 PSA 📢

For those living with a brain tumour, hot weather can be challenging. Heat can make symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and nausea worse. And for some, medications can increase sun sensitivity, making skin more prone to burning. 

Check out our tips for staying cool ☀️

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