GatewayC

Here’s your first look at episode one of the new #GPsTalkCancer series 🔎 In this episode, Sarah and Rebecca discuss acute oncology with specialist Dr Caroline Wilson, covering the side effects of treatment and how GPs can manage the three types of acute oncology patients.

Prof. Evison discusses the importance of proactive smoking support in primary care and how GPs can utilise the latest tools in smoking cessation. Hear more from Prof. Evison in our lung cancer course⬇️ link.gatewayc.org.uk/lungcoursensdx Read our Cancer Key📰 link.gatewayc.org.uk/lungcknsdx

"It's unique in that level of harm..." Today is #NoSmokingDay. Tune into our podcast episode on lung cancer where Consultant Chest Physician Professor @MatthewEvison1 discusses the level of harm caused by tobacco use and addiction on population health. 🎧link.gatewayc.org.uk/lungpodnsdx

“Can you do a FIT on a patient with rectal bleeding?”🧪 In our new bite-sized podcast episode, our GPs Sarah and Rebecca discuss the investigations needed in clinic when a patient presents with rectal bleeding, including FIT. Listen now🎧 podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance… #BowelCancer

Thrombocytosis: Think L.E.G.O-C💭 Thrombocytosis can be a marker of an underlying malignancy. LEGO-C is a useful acronym to help remember cancers more commonly associated with raised platelets (lung, endometrial, gastric, oesophageal and colorectal). 📰gatewayc.org.uk/cancer-keys/ca…

HPV self-testing: addressing barriers to cervical screening🔎 Attendance at cervical screening has been declining year on year. Read our Cancer Key to read more about the barriers to cervical screening and specific information about HPV self-testing⬇️ 🔗gatewayc.org.uk/cancer-keys/hp…

🗣️“We’re expecting them to fit within the rules" In our bonus Scottish podcast episode, our hosts and Dr Sal Peterson discuss how patient backgrounds shape trust and expectations in general practice, especially in Deep End and remote communities. 🎧podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

FREE primary care webinar! Let’s talk prostate cancer with @LSC_CA_ALLIANCE 📅 Tues 3 March, 12:30 – 13:15 Alongside a live Q&A, gain insights on: ✅ Red flag symptoms and risk factors ✅ PSA testing and other investigations ✅ Metastasis Register⬇️ webapp.spotme.com/login/eventspa…

What is the role of primary care in monitoring patients with prostate cancer? Experts will answer this question and more in our webinar and Q&A on PSA testing and prostate cancer management, with @EOE_cancer. 📅Wed 11 March, 12:30 - 13:15 Register⬇️ webapp.spotme.com/login/eventspa…

“Almost like a jigsaw puzzle...” 🧩 New bonus podcast: Dr Sal Peterson discusses updates to the Scottish Referral Guidelines and why taking a broader view, especially considering family history, is crucial to detecting cancer earlier. 🎧podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance… #NHSScotland

Dyspepsia and upper GI cancer📰 Dyspepsia is a symptom of oesophageal and stomach cancer as well as a common presentation in primary care. It is critical to identify symptoms indicative of serious disease to support timely recognition and referral. Read: gatewayc.org.uk/cancer-keys/dy…

🎙️Explore cancer diagnosis across Scotland’s diverse populations. Expert guest Dr Sal Paterson shares key SRG updates and GP takeaways. Tune into our new GPs Talk Cancer podcast episode👇 🔗gatewayc.scot/cancerindivers…

In our bonus episode with NHS Wales, expert guest Dr Elaine Hampton, shares insights on streamlining referrals, the benefits of “one-stop” clinics, and the critical role of GP support in improving cancer outcomes in less urban settings. Listen now🎧 podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

🗣️"a guideline is a guideline... we can work outside of it if we feel it's right" In our Jess's Rule pod, our GPs and Andrea Brady, Jess's Mum, highlight the power of listening to patients, safety netting, and working beyond the guidelines to save lives. podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

Exercise: Reducing cancer risk and recurrence🏃 Regular physical activity not only supports overall physical and mental well-being, but it also plays an important role in reducing cancer risk and lowering the likelihood of recurrence. Read in full⬇️ gatewayc.org.uk/cancer-keys/ex…

Look out for our next podcast episode covering cancer in Deep End and remote populations with NHS Scotland and featuring Dr Sal Peterson as our expert guest. Out Tuesday 17 February 📅 Follow GPs Talk Cancer to get the episode as soon as it drops⬇️ podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

🗣️"We don't have systems that accommodate them" In our bonus #GPsTalkCancer pod episode with NHS Wales, GP Sarah highlights the challenges some patients face when trying to secure same‑day GP appointments, for example those on zero‑hours contracts. ▶️podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

Jess’s Rule: “Three strikes and we rethink” If a patient returns 3 times with the same or worsening symptoms—especially without a confirmed diagnosis—clinicians pause and reassess. That may mean: 🔎Face‑to‑face review 🤝Colleague input 🧪Diagnostics ▶️ youtube.com/watch?v=9EogDE…

Patients’ decisions aren’t just clinical — they’re shaped by transport, social support, and real-life barriers. In this podcast clip, Dr Elaine Hampton reflects on the importance of recognising the nonmedical factors behind every consultation. ▶️ Listen: podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

It's #WorldCancerDay🌎 We're supporting earlier cancer diagnosis with our new podcast on Jess's Rule and the 'three strikes and we rethink' campaign. Our GPs spoke to Andrea Brady, Jess's mum, to discuss the origins and impact of Jess’s Rule. 🎧 podfollow.com/gps-talk-cance…

The new National Cancer Plan for England is here. We are pleased to announce that GatewayC is formally signposted within the plan as an approved resource supporting cancer recognition and referral in primary care. Read the National Cancer Plan here: gov.uk/government/pub…