
Proud Chief Executive @BowelCancerUK. Bowel Cancer is the UK's second biggest cancer killer. Determined to change that, fast. #TeamBowelCancer
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Genevieve Edwards retweeted
I know from personal experience: catching cancer early gives people more than a fighting chance.
As part of our National Cancer Plan we’re increasing the sensitivity of bowel cancer screening to diagnose and prevent thousands more cases.
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Genevieve Edwards retweeted
We welcome targeted support for those living in more deprived areas as they have been left behind for many years. We know they're less likely to take part in bowel cancer screening, which is one of the best ways to be diagnosed early with the disease when treatment has the best chance of working.
Cancer care shouldn’t depend on your postcode.
Our National Cancer Plan will tackle health inequalities head on.
That means more specialists in rural and coastal areas and access to the latest technology
Learn more: gov.uk/government/news/gover…
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As today is #BrewMonday, we’d like to take a moment to thank our wonderful community who are ready to listen, to care, and to offer a shoulder to one another.
Brew Monday is a campaign by the @samaritans that encourages us to rethink the idea of a “Blue Monday.” It’s a reminder of the importance of reaching out.💛
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New pilot grant funding is now available! 🔬
Worth up to £50,000, these grants could give you the opportunity to bring a new research idea to life and help remove barriers to early bowel cancer diagnosis.
Apply now: bit.ly/3PLtssP
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This morning, our Chief Executive, @GenEdwards spoke with @BBCNews about this exciting research project.
By analysing bowel cancer samples spanning decades, this project aims to uncover how the disease has changed over time. These insights could help explain why bowel cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger patients.
To read more about this project click the article below 👇
Century-old tumours could reveal why more young people are getting bowel cancer bbc.in/3N9gNC7
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
The NHS bowel cancer screening kit can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong.
If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.
➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
Our awareness roadshow is coming to Swansea!
We’ll be there for Swansea Intergenerational Mid-Summer Festival at The Collaboration Station, St Davids Place, from 11am till 6pm.
To learn where else we’ll be in Swansea this week go to bit.ly/3Vs5JlA
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
Of course, @shaunewalsh knows what he's talking about 😉👇
#LookBackandTrack
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
1 in 4 Brits don’t track their poo, even though it’s a free daily health check.
As a part of the next phase of our incredible partnership with the team at Andrex we’re encouraging everyone to ‘Look Back and Track’ 🚽
Read more about this exciting and innovating next stage of our partnership: bit.ly/44SSXiW
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Yesterday, our incredible @LondonMarathon team crossed that iconic finish line to support all of those affected by bowel cancer💛
We wanted to say a huge thank you to all of #TeamBowelCancerUK. Together, we’re bringing forward a future where nobody dies of #BowelCancer.
P.S. Next year this could be you! Apply for our 2026 places here: bit.ly/3EBvBpd
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
Research shows that more than 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer when its diagnosed at the earliest stage. This is why this #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth we launched our #PassItOn campaign.
Help us raise vital awareness and discover all the ways you can be involved. Together, we’re moving closer to a future where nobody dies of bowel cancer:
bit.ly/4i3ilHH
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
This morning our Chief Executive @GenEdwards spoke with @GMB alongside our friend, @AdeleRoberts, who was diagnosed with #BowelCancer at stage 2. They spoke about the importance of recognising symptoms and early diagnosis.
One third of adults in the UK can’t name a single symptom of #BowelCancer. This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth we’re asking our community to #PassItOn. This campaign is to encourage people to share their experiences and knowledge.
Find out how you can get involved:
bit.ly/4i3ilHH
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Yesterday, our Chief Executive, @GenEdwards and campaigner @NathanielD93744 spoke to @BBC’s Politics London Show.
During the interview, Nathaniel shares his experience of a late diagnosis of #BowelCancer and Gen discusses the symptoms of the disease, the National Cancer Plan for England and our activity for #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth.
You can watch the interview on @BBCiPlayer here: bbc.in/4c1xbgs
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
March is #ColorectalCancerAwareness Month, so I’m sharing this vid from a few years ago emphasising that there is hope with stage 4 cancer
It’s vital to go to your doctor if things don’t feel “quite right”. I wouldn’t be here if I’d ignored my symptoms
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Genevieve Edwards retweeted
For #NationalCNSDay we’re recognising the incredible work of our four experienced colorectal nurses behind our Ask the Nurse service.
Our nurses are here to support anyone in our community. Through this free service, #BowelCancer patients receive expert information and help from our friendly nurses.
To learn more, go to bit.ly/42sJThP
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
Last call for research funding ⏰
Our 2025 grant call closes on 1 April! We’re looking for innovative ideas to improve early diagnosis of #BowelCancer.
Apply now: bit.ly/3PLtssP
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
As a part of the #OneCancerVoice coalition of charities, we’re urging the government to tackle waiting times by providing funding and reform in the new National Cancer Plan for England.
Data analysed by @CR_UK on behalf of the coalition revealed that in 2024, 74,000 cancer patients didn’t start their treatment on time.
Read more about our joint statement: bit.ly/3Qg3UnV
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
Come and work with us at St Mark’s Endoscopy Unit! Closing date very close!
🚨 Research Fellow in Endoscopy & Bowel Screening 🚨
Closing date : 19th Jan 2025
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@StMarksHospital
Genevieve Edwards retweeted
This morning's @WalesAudit report on cancer in Wales is troubling. It shows how things simply aren't moving in the right direction, with a lack of clear leadership. As a result, patients are being let down.
Two things really stand out for me... 🧵
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Genevieve Edwards retweeted
The National Bowel Cancer Audit highlights the need for a continued focus on early diagnosis 📢
We’ve highlighted the key findings from this audit. Whilst this report shows a number of small improvements in #BowelCancer care across England and Wales, it's sadly not enough.























