Northern Cancer Alliance

We are really proud to share our new animation that has been produced in partnership with members of the Northern Cancer Alliance Public Involvement Accountability Forum 🥰🥰🥰 #CancerAlliances #coproduction #partnerships

Diet plays a key role in maintaining our oral health and reducing the risk of gum disease, tooth decay and certain cancers. Get advice and support from @dentalhealthorg 👉bit.ly/3ErLcaN #SmileMonth

On #InternationalNursesDay, we’re celebrating the nurses who go above and beyond to care for cancer patients across the North East and North Cumbria. Thank you for your compassion, expertise and the comfort you bring to so many.

It's important that we all do what we can to protect our mental health, particularly if you have a cancer diagnosis to deal with too. Even the smallest of actions can help. Get help and support from @mentalhealth 👉 bit.ly/4tyluFM #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Be smart about skin cancer and enjoy the sun safely this summer. If you have had more than 5 sunburns, you have doubled your risk of melanoma skin cancer. Don’t take that risk! #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth #SunAwarenessWeek

Bladder cancer… have you heard about it? If you see blood in your pee even once, contact your GP. It may not be cancer but early diagnosis saves lives 👉 bit.ly/3u4QsZO @Actionbladderca #BladderCancerAwarenessMonth #BloodInYourPeeSeeYourGP

If you've received a terminal cancer diagnosis, talking about dying can be hard but it matters. This #DyingMattersWeek, start gentle, honest conversations about what’s important to you, now and in the future. 💜 #DyingMattersWeek

The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be similar to other problems, such as IBS. That’s why it’s important to recognise what is or isn’t normal for you and see your GP if you have any concerns. Find out more from @TargetOvarian 👉 rebrand.ly/ovariancan #WorldOvarianCancerDay

Feeling sick and loss of appetite can be symptoms of many conditions. But combined with a swollen tummy or pain in your right shoulder, could be signs of liver cancer. Find out more about what other symptoms to look out for 👉 bit.ly/3Bf75YU @CR_UK #LiverCancerAwareness

The easiest to spot symptom of bladder cancer is blood in your pee, even once. Other symptoms include tummy and lower back pain, tiredness and weight loss. Find out more from @Actionbladderca 👉 bit.ly/3u4QsZO #BladderCancerAwarenessMonth #BloodInYourPeeSeeYourGP

Skin cancer is often found by people themselves. ✔️ Check your skin ✔️ Notice changes ✔️ Get concerns checked Early diagnosis saves lives. #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth #CheckyourSkin #ProtectYourSkin @SkcinCharity

Cancer can change how we think about life, death and what really matters. This #DyingMattersWeek, starting a conversation about death and dying can help bring comfort, clarity and peace for patients and loved ones. 💜 #DyingMattersWeek

Lung cancer doesn’t discriminate. It affects men, women, young, old, smokers and non smokers… our loved ones. If someone is showing concerning symptoms, encourage them to visit their GP now. More info 👉 nhs.uk/cancersymptoms #LungCancerAwareness

Bladder cancer is often diagnosed late, so knowing the signs really matters. Blood in your pee is the most common symptom. If you see red — or even pink or rusty brown — visit your GP. 👉 bit.ly/3u4QsZO #BladderCancerAwarenessMonth @Actionbladderca

Olympic, World and Commonwealth champion Liz McColgan has kindly shared her recent experience in the hopes it will help people stay safe in the sun. Thank you Liz for encouraging everyone to take sun protection seriously. Read more 👉 rebrand.ly/a7lafmn

Living with Lynch syndrome means a higher risk of bowel cancer. But it also means early detection can save your life. When the NHS invites you for a colonoscopy, go. It could make all the difference. 👉 nhs.uk/tests-and-trea… #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Children spend a lot of time with their peers. If someone they care about hasn’t been feeling themselves for a while, encourage them to speak to a GP. A friend's nudge could help them get the care they need. More 👉 teenagecancertrust.org 💛 #AndYoungPeople @TeenageCancer

If you’re dealing with too much stress, try the Better Health Mind Plan Quiz to get a personalised action plan with practical tips to help you deal with the symptoms ➡️ bit.ly/3ng86ZG #StressAwarenessMonth

Symptoms of testicular cancer include a testicle that gets bigger, a lump, a heavy scrotum. These symptoms can be similar to other conditions and are unlikely to be cancer but see a doctor if they persist or are unusual for you. 👉 bit.ly/3t8Eb6j @CR_UK #TesticularCancer

Aged 50–74? You’re eligible for bowel screening every 2 years. It’s simple, done at home, and could save your life. When it arrives—please do your test.

Heartburn, indigestion or acid reflux are common — but they shouldn’t be ignored. Heartburn Health is looking for volunteers aged 55–79 in the North East to support vital NHS research. Find out more 👉 heartburnhealth.org