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TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 3d

October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Around 6,000 people are diagnosed every year in the UK. Awareness of symptoms and risk factors can save lives. Find out more: britishlivertrust.org.uk

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 6d

👏 Two weeks without smoking! 👏 Staying smoke-free for 14 days means your body is already repairing itself. Every cigarette avoided reduces your risk of cancers like lung, throat and bladder. Keep stacking those healthy days. Quit smoking: www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 6d

It’s Allied Health Professionals Day 2025!
From physios to radiographers, dietitians to paramedics — AHPs keep the NHS strong and patients thriving.
💙 Thank you to every one of the 185,000 AHPs changing lives across the UK. #AHPDay #NHS www.england.nhs.uk/ahp/ahps-day/

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 7d

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Around 1 in 7 women will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Early detection saves lives. Learn more: breastcancernow.org

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 9d

Cancer screening saves lives. These videos are here to help more people access the tests they’re entitled to, regardless of language or communication barriers. ▶️ Share with your networks:

Cancer screening - other languages and BSL

Watch local GPs talk with patients through cancer screening in other languages and using British Sign Language.

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TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 10d

We’ve developed cancer screening videos to support patients with limited English or who use BSL. These tools help everyone access life-saving screening. Watch:

Cancer screening - other languages and BSL

Watch local GPs talk with patients through cancer screening in other languages and using British Sign Language.

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TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 10d

Cancer affects more than the body - it tests your mind too.
“There is light at the end of the tunnel.” and you don’t have to face this alone. Get help at: www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-infor...
#WorldMentalHealthDay #CancerSupport #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 12d

✨ Are you now one week smoke-free? ✨ Every week without cigarettes is a win for your health. Smoking causes at least 15 different types of cancer, and the risk drops the longer you stay smoke-free. Small steps today = a healthier tomorrow. More at: www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 20d

September = Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 💛
1 in 450 children will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 15.
Research and support change outcomes — awareness matters. More: www.cclg.org.uk/childhood-ca...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 25d

September = Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Know what they are, spot symptoms, talk to your GP. #GynaeCancerMonth
🔗 www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-aware...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · 26d

September = Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Know what the 5 gynae cancers are and if you spot symptoms, talk to your GP. #GynaeCancerMonth
🔗 macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/gynaecological-cancer-awareness-month

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Sep 19

September = Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Know the 5, spot symptoms, talk to your GP. #GynaeCancerMonth
🔗 macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/gynaecological-cancer-awareness-month

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Sep 15

15 Sept = World Lymphoma Awareness Day 💚
Raising awareness saves lives.
🔗 bloodcancer.org.uk/blood-cancer-awareness-month

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Sep 5

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Go gold to support children and young people living with cancer.
Find out more: cruk.ink/3JE2Yd0

#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Sep 2

This #GynaeCancerAwarenessMonth, @eveappeal is calling for greater awareness of gynaecological cancers and inherited risk.
Nearly 3 in 4 people say they’d take up genetic testing if eligible—yet many don’t know which cancers can be hereditary.
Know your risk. Share the facts. More: bit.ly/4g62QiH

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Aug 27

Most of us shrug off tummy trouble. “Too much coffee.” “Stress.” “Getting older.”
But sometimes, it’s not that simple.
Appendix cancer hides behind everyday symptoms—bloating, pain, changes in digestion. Don’t ignore what your body is telling you.
More at: www.macmillan.org.uk/cance.../pse...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Aug 11

Heatwave Alert – South East.
Hot days ahead (up to 32 °C). Heat can be dangerous for older people, kids, & those with health conditions. www.gov.uk/government/p...
✅ Drink water
✅ Avoid midday sun
✅ Wear SPF
✅ Check on vulnerable neighbours
If unwell: call NHS 111 / 999 #HeatwaveUK #NHSAdvice

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Aug 4

August is Appendix Cancer Awareness Month.
Appendix cancer is rare but real. Don’t ignore unexplained abdominal pain, bloating, or changes in digestion.
The earlier it’s found, the more treatment options are available. More: www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-infor...
#AppendixCancerAwarenessMonth

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Aug 1

1 August is World Lung Cancer Day
Lung cancer is the UK's leading cause of cancer death.
Know the signs:
• Persistent cough
• Breathlessness
• Chest pain
Early diagnosis saves lives. Learn more:
thamesvalleycanceralliance.nhs.uk/our-work/pat...
#WorldLungCancerDay #LungCancerAwareness #NHS

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 29

Not feeling well and unsure what to do? Visit 111.nhs.uk for quick advice and help with your symptoms.
Your health matters — get the right care, in the right place.
If it’s a life-threatening emergency, always call 999.

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 27

Today, 27 July, is World Head and Neck Cancer Day
12,000+ people are diagnosed with head & neck cancers each year in the UK.
Know the signs:
🗣️ Hoarseness
🦷 Mouth ulcers that won’t heal
🧠 Lump in the neck
Early detection saves lives.
👉 www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer...
#HeadAndNeckCancer

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 24

Our Genomics Education Day is on 13 October in Reading.
Free, expert-led sessions for health and care staff led by experts in the field of cancer genomics — perfect for beginners or as a refresher.
Places are limited, so book now! Find out more at: thamesvalleycanceralliance.nhs.uk/genomics-edu...

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 23

If we haven’t contacted you, attend your NHS appointment as planned. We’ll be in touch if it needs rescheduling.
If you need urgent care use NHS111 online or go through the NHS App to be assessed and directed to the right care.
For those seriously ill or injured and life is at risk, call 999.

TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 23

The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced strike action by resident doctors from 7am on Friday 25 July until 7am on Wednesday 30 July.
Consultants & other NHS staff will still be working to keep services running safely.
More info at: www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/in...

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TVCA @tvca2025.bsky.social · Jul 22

NHS England is offering free BRCA testing to those of Jewish ancestry — 1 in 40 Ashkenazi Jews carry a BRCA gene fault.
📅 Register by 31 Oct 2025
🌐 www.jewishbrca.org
☎️ 020 3437 6001 for support
#BRCA #GeneticTesting #CancerPrevention
More at: thamesvalleycanceralliance.nhs.uk/our-work/ear...

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