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Dame Deborah James’ family launches our new programme to save lives through earlier diagnosis of bowel cancer

Wednesday 20 May 2026

Our new Early Diagnosis Programme designed to tackle the common barriers to bowel cancer diagnosis by awareness-raising activities with support for local healthcare professionals.

Our roadshow is heading to Barking

Monday 18 May 2026

We’re excited to invite Barking locals to walk inside a giant inflatable bowel to raise awareness of bowel cancer and its symptoms.

Obesity could be a cause of cancer increase among under 50s

Wednesday 29 April 2026

Being overweight or obese could be the cause of rising cancer rates among younger adults in England, according to a new study published today in BMJ Oncology journal.

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Findings of study into vaccine effectiveness in the immunocompromised released

Wednesday 25 August 2021

New research has found that one in 10 people with some solid cancer tumours respond less well to the COVID-19 vaccine than healthy people.

New campaign urging people to contact their GP if they have bowel cancer symptoms

Monday 16 August 2021

We’re supporting a new phase of the NHS's Help Us, Help You campaign, which launches today, encouraging people with potential cancer symptoms to come forward for lifesaving checks.

Open letter from cancer charities to the public

Monday 19 July 2021

Yesterday, we joined 39 other charities and organisations to write an open letter urging the public to help keep vulnerable people safe as restrictions ease.

Nominations are open for the Gary Logue Colorectal Cancer Nurse Awards

Tuesday 13 July 2021

We're inviting you to nominate an outstanding colorectal cancer nurse for the seventh annual Gary Logue Colorectal Cancer Nurse Awards in September.

More support needed for immunocompromised ahead of 'Freedom Day' in England

Friday 9 July 2021

We've joined a coalition of health charities in calling for the Government to do more to support those who may not have as much protection from their vaccines ahead of 'Freedom Day' in England.

Virtual study day for colorectal cancer nurses

Friday 9 July 2021

We're hosting the National Colorectal Cancer Nurses Network (NCCNN) virtual study day in September, featuring expert speakers and specialist sessions on a range of topics relating to bowel cancer.

Two in five patients in England waiting too long for bowel cancer tests

Thursday 8 July 2021

More than 40% of people referred for tests which can help to diagnose bowel cancer in England are waiting longer than six weeks, figures published by NHS England show today.

Increased physical activity linked to improved quality of life after bowel cancer

Thursday 8 July 2021

Low-to-moderate activity levels can significantly improve quality of life after bowel cancer, according to two new studies published this week.

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