Despite some progress in faster diagnosis, today's #CancerWaitingTimes represent long and anxious waits for cancer tests and treatment.

We need to see bold political action, with more staff and equipment for the NHS, alongside reform to cancer services.

news.cancerresearchuk.org/2024/04/11/can…

ICYMI 📢 earlier this year we published our policy position on how the UK Govt can support researchers so they can help us beat cancer sooner and meet science and research ambitions

We called for:
🌍 Reduced visa costs
🏫Improved research culture
🔬More stability for junior…

Much thanks to Professor Chris Whitty chris myles kennedy Shaun Walsh Stuart Lines for sharing their thoughts ahead of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill second reading debate on 16th April. Tweet your MP and let them know that you back #smokefreegeneration

Today, we launch our European Pulse Report for the #UK , in partnership with Cancer Research UK. The data is shocking:

👉Highest childhood obesity rate in Western Europe
👉More cancer cases on average than the EU, but less professionals to treat them

See the report➡️ europeancancer.org/component/atta…

🚭 Age of sale regulations will be included in the upcoming Tobacco and Vapes Bill.
The best route to a smoke-free, healthier future is through prevention. I’ll be supporting legislation to save lives

We are thrilled to see James Cleverly🇬🇧 and Anne-Marie Trevelyan MP take part in Cancer Research UK's April 100 push-up a day challenge.

Why not sign up and challenge yourself to complete 100 push-ups a day this month to help fund cancer breakthroughs👩‍🔬 For more information and to register check below 👇…

Scottish Obesity Alliance have published 'Turning the Tide: Towards Healthy Weight in Scotland'.

Read their comprehensive 10 year strategy designed to help 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 policymakers take evidence-based action to prevent cancer & many other health conditions here 👇…

Most people who smoke have tried to quit, but smoking is an addiction and people need support to do so🚭.The COSTED trial reveals that A&E could offer a valuable opportunity to reach people who smoke and to help them quit. See more below:

We welcome Scot Gov Health’s commitment to introduce legislation raising the age of sale of tobacco. Smoking is the biggest cause of cancer in Scotland, and we show steadfast support for this measure: as it will help protect the health of future generations to come. (1/2)

Research is fundamental to preventing, detecting, diagnosing and treating cancers for #LongerBetterLives

As a science sector, we are united in calling for for continued and sustainable R&D investment to make the UK a leading country in the G7 👇