Cheshire and Merseyside Cancer Alliance

09/11/2025

Today we reflect on the ultimate sacrifice made by members of our Armed Forces.

Their commitment to protecting and serving our communities will forever be remembered with gratitude, and their legacy of courage continues to inspire us all.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them 💙

09/11/2025

07/11/2025

The NHS England Under 16 Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2024 results are now live.
The survey is used to understand a patient’s experience through their diagnosis, treatment and care.
Thank-you to everyone who took part. Your feedback makes a difference.
https://ow.ly/Jqfg50Xoo0K

07/11/2025

Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest common cancer.
Spotting the signs could save your life.
Symptoms include:
☑️Mid-back pain
☑️Indigestion
☑️Unexplained weight loss
☑️Jaundice
☑️Changes to your poo and bowel habits
Don’t let this deadly killer get you.
Learn about the symptoms

06/11/2025

When Gloria Jenkinson was diagnosed with lung cancer, the outlook was bleak. Metastatic adenocarcinoma of the lung had spread to her lymph nodes, liver, left adrenal gland, bones and brain.
However, over three years on and Gloria now has a very different outlook…

When Gloria Jenkinson was diagnosed with lung cancer, the outlook was bleak. Metastatic adenocarcinoma of the lung which had spread to her lymph nodes, liver...

05/11/2025

05/11/2025

Did you know that bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in our region?
But bowel cancer screening can spot those cancers early, when they are much easier to treat.
Screening is the poo test, or FIT test, and it is safe, quick and effective, so please remember to do the screening when you get it.
Just a tiny bit of poo can be lifesaving for you!

05/11/2025

People in some areas of Cheshire and Merseyside are being offered NHS Lung Cancer Screening.
In the early stages of lung cancer, many people feel fine and have no symptoms. Lung screening helps to make sure everything is okay. Chances are it will be, but if it is cancer, catching it early can make all the difference.
In this ITV news report about the checks, Gordon and Muriel speak about why you should go for your free screening – formerly known as a Targeted Lung Health Check – if you are invited…
https://youtu.be/pfz9rEFub1I

04/11/2025

Mouth cancer can start in different parts of the mouth, including the lips, gums or soft sides of the mouth.
Symptoms of mouth cancer include:
⏰ulcers that don't heal
⏰a lump in your neck
⏰pain in your mouth
⏰red or white patches in your mouth or throat
⏰a persistent sore throat
⏰having pain or difficulty swallowing
⏰speech problems
⏰weight loss
⏰bad breath
If you have any of these symptoms you must get them checked by your GP practice or dentist.
But remember, they can all be caused by other conditions. Most people with these symptoms don’t have mouth cancer.

04/11/2025

Lung Cancer Screening is taking place in parts of Cheshire and Merseyside – giving life-saving checks to people most at risk.
Find out more about our Lung Cancer Screening programme – formerly known as Targeted Lung Health Checks – in this video featuring our fantastic LCS team...
https://youtu.be/R7txM-vDw7o

03/11/2025

Such a positive and powerful story for Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Thanks for sharing, Emma! fans

03/11/2025

Seven research projects at CCC have been given funding totalling £220,000 by Clatterbridge Cancer Charity.

The seven studies were given the grants through the Research Funding Scheme to improve cancer treatment and care at Clatterbridge, including a treatment decision test for immunotherapy patients; looking at preventing pancreatic cancer spreading to the liver and finding less toxic treatments for lymphoma.

See 👉 https://orlo.uk/SsBOZ