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1/8 On Saturday we were disappointed to hear PM @BorisJohnson brand cancer outcomes a 'never mind' issue. @CR_UK works tirelessly to improve outcomes of those affected by cancer. Here we explain why it's still a huge challenge and how we can overcome it:

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1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. That's why we've teamed up with 28 other cancer charities to write a joint manifesto, #OneCancerVoice . We are calling on the next Government to take urgent action to improve million of lives. Read more:

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We could need double the number of #NHS staff who diagnose & treat cancer by 2027, just to meet increased demand. Will @MattHancock stand #ShouldertoShoulder against cancer?

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Public health is facing a funding crisis. Today @CR_UK , alongside over 80 health and local government organisations, are calling on the Government to #fundpublichealth as a priority. Learn more about this important statement to Government:

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This morning @CR_UK Ambassador @patrickjmcguire has made a personal plea to @10DowningStreet asking that @BorisJohnson stand #shouldertoshoulder with people affected by cancer and give the NHS the funding it needs to employ more staff and save lives.

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We’ve joined 46 other cancer charities to tell the UK and devolved governments a united message: we are ready to work with you to help plot a route out of the pandemic, and towards world leading cancer services. #OneCancerVoice

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1/ Concerning report. Smoking is biggest cause of cancer & premature death.🚬is an addiction not a choice & Govt has a duty to help. They must publish a full Tobacco Control Plan with action to reach #SmokefreeUK , which would reduce impact on NHS & economy.

Thérèse Coffey to drop smoking action plan, insiders say

Officials say health secretary will not publish plan, as campaigners warn ‘smoke-free’ UK is seven years behind target

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This is the (9pm) watershed moment. @10DowningStreet must seize the chance on Monday to support people to be healthier and take junk food adverts out of the spotlight. #Obesity #AdEnough

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7 years

Evidence so far shows e-cigarettes are much safer than smoking. Here’s why:

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6 years

Our fantastic Campaigns Ambassadors, joining us in standing #ShoulderToShoulder with the NHS in the fight against cancer #CRUKAmbos #VolunteerWeek

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5 years

To celebrate #WorldCancerDay @UKParliament will be lit up pink and blue until sunrise tomorrow morning. Here's some of our amazing volunteers wearing their #UnityBand and uniting with politicians from across political parties to mark the moment. Together we will beat cancer.

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Cancer doesn’t stop due to a pandemic, and neither do cancer campaigners. On 4 February, we’re looking forward to uniting with cancer campaigners from @ActionRTherapy , @macmillancancer and @PancreaticCanUK for our #WorldCancerDay #CampaignerConnections virtual event

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1/ As a group of 47 organisations, we're calling on @SteveBarclay to ensure the prevention agenda is a key part of the #HealthDisparities White Paper. Publication could be delayed, but it's vital UK Govt prioritises action to reduce #HealthInequalities 👉

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4 years

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on cancer services. You can read more about how cancer services were affected, and how well they’re recovering on our blog. 👇

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6 years

We launched a campaign on e-cigarettes across Greater Manchester today, supported by UK-wide social media activity. Research so far shows vaping is far less harmful than smoking. Watch this short animation to find out four reasons why. Find out more at

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What a week - 29 cancer charities came together with one voice, calling on the next Government to help make UK cancer care and outcomes among the best in the world. Thank you everyone for your part in this push - let's keep going and together we will beat cancer #OneCancerVoice

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4 years

In the wake of #COVID19 we must minimise damage to UK research infrastructure, preventing cuts to thousands of scientific jobs essential for treating the world’s deadliest diseases. Unite with @MRC_CU Dr Frezza this Wednesday 28thOct asking Government to protect #ResearchAtRisk

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End of an era as we move on from our offices in Islington - heading for new things in Stratford. But don’t worry - the Policy and Prevention teams will carry on doing what we do for every person affected by cancer. And #TogetherWeWillBeatCancer . (Spot ⁦ @MattHancock ⁩)

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We’ve joined 46 other cancer charities to ask the UK and devolved governments to direct resources to tackle the substantial backlog of cancer test and treatments. Cancer won't wait for the pandemic to pass, and neither can Government: #OneCancerVoice

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6 years

Today we're launching our new campaign, calling on the UK Government to stand #ShoulderToShoulder with the NHS against cancer:

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4 years

Meet researchers from @CRUK_BI in Scotland. Medical research charities provide salary funding for over 17,000 researchers across the UK. Ambitions to improve outcomes for #cancer patients cannot be met without investment. @RishiSunak @HMTreasury will you protect #ResearchAtRisk ?

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#HappyBirthday to our wonderful NHS from all of us here at @CR_UK here's to another 70+ years #NHS70

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As the NHS turns 70, today we handed in our joint letter to the Prime Minister, signed by 174 MPs and Peers, asking her to stand #ShoulderToShoulder with the NHS against cancer #NHS70

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Thank you to @LordRennard for speaking on the importance of the tobacco Age of Sale legislation for future generations 👇 #SmokefreeUK

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4 years

At this year’s Spending Review, it’s time for the UK Government to show its commitment for local public health funding and #LevelUpPublicHealth . Alongside 55 other organisations, we support this important joint statement

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7 years

Vaping is far safer than smoking & smokers should consider swapping tobacco for e-cigs. We explain the evidence here

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6 years

We are raising awareness of the relative safety of e-cigarettes compared to smoking tobacco, starting with our campaign in Greater Manchester.

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5 years

Today we're remembering Dame Tessa Jowell. Her campaign for better treatments for brain tumours showed infinite compassion, gave hope to patients and inspired so many. One of her many legacies is a sharper focus on brain cancer research, something we're proud to play a role in.

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#COVID19 is disrupting #cancer testing & treatment, with potentially devastating results for cancer survival. Today we launch #SafeSpaces4CancerServices calling for existing patients & those suspecting cancer to access COVID-protected cancer care. Join us:

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5 years

It's been 6 months since Government published their plan to halve childhood obesity but we're still waiting for the consultations on price and place-based promotions as well as a 9pm watershed on #junkfoodads . We want Government to publish these asap #BritainsFatFight

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Demand for cancer diagnosis is going ⬆️ whilst staffing is staying ⏸️ says @xray_nick , a NHS diagnostic radiographer. This is why we need more #NHS staff, including radiographers, to be trained and employed to diagnose cancer early. #ShouldertoShoulder

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In December Britain will go back to the polls. The next Government has the chance to make the UK a world leader in cancer prevention, diagnosis & care. But if cancer patients are to be heard & more lives saved, we need to see some changes. It’s in their hands #GeneralElection2019

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4 years

#COVID19 has put many cancer tests & treatments on hold. So we've united with 24 other cancer charities to set out a plan for restoring these vital services. We’re all calling on @10DowningStreet to get cancer services back on track: #OneCancerVoice

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5 years

This announcement flies in the face of the Government's ambition to achieve a smoke-free nation by 2030. Achieving this ambition means helping smokers to quit, not encouraging them to buy cigarettes.

HM Treasury

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Duty-free shopping with the EU is coming back, if we leave without a deal. People travelling to EU countries will be able to buy beer, spirits, wine and tobacco without duty being applied in the UK. 🍺🍷Read more👇

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It's great to see @NHSEngland 's announcement that all smokers will get help to quit in hospitals. Government must follow this up by investing in Stop Smoking Services, so smokers can access support in and out of the hospital setting. #NHSlongtermplan #publichealthfunding

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7 years

Excellent news that the #sugartax passed through the commons today as part of the Finance Bill. It’s a vital measure to help tackle #obesity

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5 years

We caught up with @SCoRCBeardmore from @SCoRMembers to talk about the future of cancer diagnosis and treatment on the NHS. We're calling for more #NHS staff, include radiographers, to be trained and employed to diagnose cancer early - and so is @SCoRCBeardmore #ShouldertoShoulder

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4 years

Today is #WorldCancerDay – a day to unite and take action. Get involved by tweeting us your #IAmAndIWill pledge. Like @patrickjmcguire , tell us what you are going to commit to doing this #WorldCancerDay . Don’t forget to include a photo of you and your unity band!

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5 years

Today we announced the winners of our Brain Tumour Awards with @BrainTumourOrg . This £18m investment in 3 pioneering research projects will help us tackle glioblastoma, a disease that took Dame Tessa Jowell & so many others. Together we will beat cancer.

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Right now, the UK lags behind other comparable countries when it comes to cancer survival. The next Government can change this. They must act now, so that by 2034, 3 in 4 people can survive their cancer. #3in4by2034 #GeneralElection2019

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5 years

Adverts for junk food on TV and online make a difference to the foods children prefer - often without them even realising it. Read more about why we're campaigning for Government action:

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6 years

On his last day at @CR_UK , our Chief Executive Sir Harpal Kumar reflects on the last 15 years and calls for Government to stand #ShoulderToShoulder with the NHS against cancer, by training and employing more staff to diagnose and treat cancer earlier:

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3 years

We are asking @RishiSunak , alongside 49 other organisations, for a levelling up of public health funding in the upcoming spending review, in the face of the worst public health crisis of our time. Read our statement here 👉 #LevelUpPublicHealth

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3 years

Today, on #WorldCancerDay , we're launching the all-new #CllrCancerChampions network, to bring Councillors together to beat cancer in their local areas. Here are some of our wonderful Cancer Champions, telling us why they've joined up. More info here 👉

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8 years

An obese child is 5 times more likely to be an obese adult, increasing their risk of cancer #telltheresa

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8 years

. @jamescracknell highlights that exercise is not the silver bullet. The Govt needs to do more to tackle #ChildhoodObesity #Dispatches

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3 years

Today we joined with 50 cancer charities to write with #OneCancerVoice to @BorisJohnson @RishiSunak @sajidjavid calling for the Spending Review to urgently deliver Govt commitments to improve cancer survival & care in this country because #cancerwontwait

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4 years

Wishing you all a very merry Christmas from us here at @CRUK_Policy !

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4 years

Today @patrickjmcguire has made a personal plea to the PM – asking him to give the NHS the funding it needs to train more cancer staff. He has informed @10DowningStreet of the support for action across the country. Finally, he has recorded this video for you @BorisJohnson .

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4 years

Charities across the UK are grappling with the effects of Covid-19 on their finances. At @CR_UK we're expecting a drop of up to 25% in our fundraising income over the next year. We need urgent Government support for the sector #EveryDayCounts

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5 years

'The workload is increasing, not just in volume but in complexity and we have a shortage of staff in histopathology.’ As an histopathologist, Jo helps diagnose cancers. We need more NHS staff like Jo, so more cancers are diagnosed early. #shouldertoshoulder

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4 years

This is @patrickjmcguire 's own message to @BorisJohnson 👇 Thousands of people, and MPs from across the political spectrum are all showing that they are standing #shouldertoshoulder with our NHS. Now @10DowningStreet it is time for you to do the same. Please read this thread.

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Every day, 450 people die from cancer. On 16 March, 2007, one of those people was Pam – my wife. I volunteer for @CR_UK for her, and today I have sent a letter asking @BorisJohnson to invest in our NHS, so that others don’t have to go through the same devastating experience

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5 years

Last year today, the Government committed to diagnosing 75% of cancers at an early stage by 2028, yet 1 in 10 diagnostic posts remain vacant. This week we, along with seven other charities, wrote to the Prime Minister calling on Government to urgently address the staffing crisis.

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5 years

The evidence so far shows that e-cigarettes are far less harmful than smoking. Find out more at

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8 years

The public gets it. Why doesn’t the Government? Email your MP #JunkFreeTV #Dispatches #telltheresa

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4 years

Great speaking to you this evening @SadiqKhan , thanks for stopping by! #WorldCancerDay2020

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3 years

We are shocked & saddened by the death of Sir David Amess. David was always a supporter & champion of Cancer Research UK - we were delighted to meet with him again at Conservative Conference only last week. Our thoughts are with his family, friends & colleagues at this awful time

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4 years

We think 3 in 4 people could survive their cancer by 2034. But we need the next government with us to see that happen. We can and must do better. But, together, we will beat cancer. #GE19 #BBCDebate

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We think 3 in 4 people could survive their cancer by 2034. The next Government must match our ambition. We can, and must, do better. #3in4by2034 #GeneralElection2019

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6 years

Today we’re publishing an open letter to @Jeremy_Hunt and @GregClarkMP , with 18 other cancer charities. We want Govt to prioritise seeking alignment with the EU drug licensing process and Clinical Trials Regulation after Brexit. Read our letter here:

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Dame Tessa has many legacies, but her work to call for more research into brain cancer is among her most important. We are proud to support this work, and share her ambition to radically improve cancer care and treatment for all patients #BBCPanorama

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6 years

We've #AdEnough of children being targeted with #JunkFoodAds . That's why we're campaigning alongside @jamieoliver for tighter restrictions on junk food marketing before the 9pm watershed.

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2 years

This #WorldCancerDay , @UKParliament is lit up to marks 20 years since we were formed and 120 years of #LifesavingDiscoveries since the founding of the Imperial Cancer Research Fund. Thanks to our amazing ambassadors joining us on this special occasion👇

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Roses are red Violets are greater, Smoking is harmful, Vaping is safer. #healthpolicyvalentines #beatcancersooner Read more about the relative saftey of e-cigarettes here:

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6 years

If you're at #BritainAgainstCancer today don't forget to drop by the @CR_UK stand to find out more about: - what we do - how we work with people affected by cancer - how to deliver on the ambitions of the Cancer Strategy for England - how you can help us beat cancer sooner!

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'A charity partnership fund would be govt working with the public to support research into areas that matter most. And as the pandemic has shown, medical research really does matter' - Sir Paul Nurse of @TheCrick explains why gvt should support #ResearchAtRisk on @BBCr4today

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2 years

Today marks 20 years since @CR_UK was formed, however, our history goes back to 1902 with the founding of the Imperial Cancer Research Fund. Read about the 10 ways we’ve improved outcomes for people with cancer 👇

120 years of discovery: 10 ways we’ve changed the story for people with cancer - Cancer Research UK...

From a legacy of life-saving medicines to developing new tools to detect cancer, our scientists have been at the forefront of cancer research for 120 years.

news.cancerresearchuk.org

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4 years

Already emailed your MP about the #WorldCancerDay in parliament event? Then tweet your MP today and make sure they show solidarity with you, and everyone living with cancer at our #WorldCancerDay event next week. RT and tag them below 👇

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After a long, sector-wide effort calling on Government to ensure Horizon Europe association for our researchers, we are delighted it's finally here. This opens doors to collaboration 🤝 will attract the brightest minds🧑‍🔬and strengthen UK science keeping us on the world stage 🌍

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Last week we announced devastating cuts to both research funding & jobs. We're doing all we can to protect progress for patients, but we can't do it alone. Together with @AMRC we're asking Government to protect our sector's vital contribution to UK science #ResearchAtRisk 1/2

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8 years

Here's a useful overview of the Cancer Strategy priorities. #BritainAgainstCancer

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Nothing would have a bigger impact on reducing the number of preventable deaths in the UK than ending smoking. Our Prevention Policy Manager @Alizee_Froguel outlines why we want a #SmokefreeUK

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4 years

Catastrophic #COVID19 impact on UK charity-funded research could mean @CR_UK is forced to cut £150m, with reductions lasting up to 5 years. With #ResearchAtRisk over 60 top cancer & cardiovascular scientists have signed an open letter to @10DowningStreet

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1/We need more funding for tobacco control. But we’re still waiting for UK Govt to act. A ‘polluter pays’ fund would make tobacco companies – not the taxpayer – pay for this. And MPs from all political parties want a fund introduced. Want to see change?

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. @RishiSunak @HMTreasury your decisions over coming weeks will dictate whether UK research is able to support our post COVID-19 economic & social recovery & we remain a world leader in research & development. We, like Becki @TheCrick are hoping you support vital #ResearchAtRisk .

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6 years

Maggie Throup MP, Chair of the Obesity APPG, has secured a Westminster Hall debate on the impact of junk food marketing on children's obesity, next Tues 16th Jan. Evidence shows #junkfoodads influence the type of food kids eat, are 10 yrs out of date & need to be better regulated

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3 years

We've joined 49 cancer charities writing to @RishiSunak @sajidjavid seeking clarity on workforce funding in the Spending Review - Investment in cancer workforce is critical to clearing the cancer backlog, meeting early diagnosis targets & improving survival & care #OneCancerVoice

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Tomorrow is #WorldCancerDay and a big thank you to the dozens of MPs and Peers already signed up for our virtual event! We’ll be talking about how cancer services need to be protected – cancer doesn’t stop during the pandemic.

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3 years

Are e-cigarettes safe? Are they an effective smoking cessation tool? Read what the research tells us and what we still need to find out.

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6 years

Last night the Government committed to aligning with the EU Clinical Trials Regulation as closely as possible, to help ensure vital cross-national collaboration can continue after we leave the EU. This is great news for patients and research!

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Tomorrow is our #WorldCancerDay event in Parliament! We are excited to welcome all the MPs and Peers who have signed up. We’ll be talking about local cancer waiting times, the future of cancer care and the exciting cancer research @CR_UK are currently funding!

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4 years

Our response to #ElectionResults2019 from our CEO @Michelle_CRUK . #GE2019

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6 years

Around 30% of children in the UK are overweight or obese. Obesity is the 2nd biggest preventable cause of cancer. Don't forget to tune into @HughFW 's #BritainsFatFight tonight at 9pm on @BBCOne to find out what we can do to tackle this epidemic!

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Last week we had the exciting news of £47.5 million funding, thx to a partnership between @CR_UK @NIHRresearch and @LPTrustUK , for the UK's network of Experimental Cancer Medicine Centres (ECMCs). But what are ECMCs, where are they being funded and how will they help? A quick🧵

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UK High Court rules in favour of standard packs. Cigarette packs will be changed forever as of tomorrow. #packetin

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Great message from @bowelbabe . If you are concerned about changes in your body that aren't normal for you, it's so important to contact your GP #HelpUsHelpYou

Deborah James

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I’m supporting the @NHS to remind you to get symptoms of cancer checked. Cancer referrals are down in the U.K. by 75% which could equate to an extra 18,000 lives lost over the next 12 months due to cancer as a result of #COVID19 - Early diagnosis saves lives. Spread the word- #nhs

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Thank you from all of us at the CRUK policy team to all our frontline medical workers, for looking after our friends and family - today and every day. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our incredible NHS staff. #ClapForOurCarers 👏👏

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"Medical research charities are facing an existential funding crisis. Never before in my half century as a biomedical researcher has there been such a slump in income." Paul Nurse of @TheCrick on why we need a Partnership Fund to protect #ResearchAtRisk

Britain’s status as world leader in biomedical research is in great danger

A collapse in financial support threatens our long-term ability to cope with a wide range of diseases

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Headlines saying ‘vaping might cause cancer’ are wildly misleading: read one of our most popular blog posts on e-cigarettes from 2018

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8/8 That's why, at this year's Spending Review, we urgently need Government to commit to long term investment in the cancer workforce and kit to address the gaps and our future need. Show your support through our petition: #CancerWontWait

Petition: Invest urgently in the NHS cancer workforce in the autumn Spending Review

Covid-19 exposed the terrible strain the NHS cancer workforce has been under for years. This is now the greatest threat facing the NHS. We are calling for the Government to use the Spending Review to...

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Our Director of Early Diagnosis, Sara Hiom, appeared on BBC Breakfast today to discuss the news that the UK’s cancer survival outcomes lag behind other countries. Government must train and employ more NHS staff. You can catch up from 39 minutes here:

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Earlier this year over 500 campaigners signed an open letter asking @10DowningStreet to follow through on commitments and end junk food advertising to children on TV and online. There's no time to waste. @SajidJavid please don't delay. #AdEnough

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1/ Fantastic news that @10DowningStreet has proposed raising the age of sale of tobacco, and announced new funding for tobacco control. We’ve been campaigning for this as part of our #SmokefreeUK campaign. More from @Michelle_CRUK 👇

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Our Policy Manager @_RoseGray was on BBC news this afternoon speaking about today’s news about cancer waiting times targets being missed. The NHS urgently needs more staff to cope with the rising demand.

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@CRUK_Policy

6 years

Phew - and we're done! Thank you to everyone who played a part, but especially our wonderful Campaigns Ambassadors. Your contribution to our work is completely invaluable! #CRUKAmbos #ShoulderToShoulder #VolunteersWeek

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@CRUK_Policy

6 years

We’ve made it to the top of Snowdon with two amazing #CRUKAmbos @DuncombeSue & @patrickjmcguire , at the end of their #3PeaksUltra4CRUK !

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@CRUK_Policy

6 years

. @jamieoliver is currently giving evidence to the Health and Social Care Committee, arguing for updated guidelines to protect children from #JunkFoodMarketing - follow live

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@CRUK_Policy

6 years

Roses are red But their stems are quite coarse Let's increase The diagnostic workforce #healthpolicyvalentines #beatcancersooner Let your MP know that early diagnosis of cancer is important to you: #shortstaffed

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@CRUK_Policy

3 years

It can't be said enough times - if you've noticed something that's unusual for you, or any changes that haven't gone away, then please speak to your GP. In most cases it won't be cancer, but if it is, diagnosing it early could save your life. #HelpUsHelpYou

Deborah James

@bowelbabe

3 years

Thousands have ignored cancer symptoms in Covid lockdown - are YOU one of them? @macmillancancer @CR_UK @bowelcanceruk

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@CRUK_Policy

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Tonight @CRUK_Policy , @ActionRTherapy , @Mac_campaigning , @PancreaticCanUK will be uniting to host campaigners for our #WorldCancerDay #Campaignerconnections virtual event. We can't wait to spend the evening hearing from @bowelbabe and our wonderful speakers and campaigners

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