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Global Health Economics Centre @lshtm-gheco.bsky.social · 6h

🏥 Our seminar next week will explore how education shapes health outcomes & inequalities across the life course, with an example of cancer diagnoses in Austria #healtheconomics #oncology

🗓️ Tuesday 14 October, 12:45 BST
📍 LSHTM | Online

Details ⬇️
www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

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Yuki Alencar @yuki-alencar.bsky.social · Sep 4

📽️ If you missed the London premiere we hosted @lshtm.bsky.social in February
here's another chance to watch this fascinating and beautifully crafted documentary film on the big screen 🎦:

'Burkitt' screening and Q&A at @berthadochouse.bsky.social
Sept 13th at 3:30pm 🗓️
dochouse.org/event/burkitt/

Burkitt - Bertha DocHouse

This strikingly original film explores the life and work of Denis Burkitt, a surgeon who discovered and cured a rare lymphoma - which now bears his name.

dochouse.org

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · Jul 22

Find out more about LSHTM research, events and people by following our centres, projects & groups 👇

Welcoming @icon-lshtm.bsky.social & @piru-lshtm.bsky.social to BlueSky! 🎉👏

#PublicHealth

go.bsky.app/4FczAGW

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Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre, LSHTM @lshtm-crises.bsky.social · Jul 15

Hello Bluesky 👋

We're the Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre at @lshtm.bsky.social, a network of more than 200 researchers working on 100+ projects around the world to improve the health of people affected by #humanitarian crises 🚑⛑

Follow us for updates on our research, events, blogs & more!

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Jul 11

2️⃣ weeks ago, our Project Administrator Nikolina Pajic attended @usemydata.bsky.social’s National Patient Data Day, where she networked & gained valuable insights into Patient & Public Involvement & Engagement (PPIE).

Our Advisory Group member, Richard Stephens, also attended the event.

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Jun 19

Last week, our Research Degree student Koki Shimizu attended the EHA Congress in Milan 🇮🇹🤝

He presented his poster on “Socioeconomic inequalities in acute myeloid leukaemia treatment in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ”— shedding light on the impact of social factors in cancer care. 👏

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Centre for Epidemic Preparedness & Response, LSHTM @lshtmcepr.bsky.social · Jun 19

🌟MISINFORMATION EVENT🌟

Join our @lshtm.bsky.social Health Misinformation: UNPACKED event to hear from leading voices on how to understand and combat the rising tide of health #misinformation in the UK

🗓️ 15 September 2025
⏰ 13:00-17:00 GMT
📍 LSHTM

Get tickets 👉 bit.ly/LSHTMHealthM...

LSHTM Health Misinformation UNPACKED event card. Monday 15 September 13:00 - 17:00 LSHTM Keppel Street or online.

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Jun 12

🚨New review led by @lshtm.bsky.social researchers @wendesafari.bsky.social & @camaringe.bsky.social, funded by @cancerresearchuk.org, reveals key missed opportunities in tackling cancer inequalities.

Most interventions focus narrowly on screening, missing broader systemic issues.

👉 bit.ly/44d1Tk8

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · Jun 6

UK sees 20% drop in #cancer mortality but diagnoses still rising

Bernard Rachet explains that despite advances in cancer care in recent decades, survival gaps and #inequalities must be addressed to improve UK cancer outcomes. @icon-lshtm.bsky.social

www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/n...

#PublicHealth

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Jun 5

📢 @lshtm.bsky.social is hiring!

Two new roles: a 📊 Research Fellow & 🩺 Clinical Research Fellow on an @nihr.bsky.social funded project, TACTIC: Timeliness of Access to Cancer Treatment, Improving Care.

Apply here 👉 jobs.lshtm.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx

Current Vacancies - Jobs at LSHTM

Vacancies

jobs.lshtm.ac.uk

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Data & Statistical Science for Health, LSHTM @lshtm-dash.bsky.social · Apr 8

🏥 A recent paper from Dr Ananya Malhotra and @icon-lshtm.bsky.social used statistical models to show how immunotherapy impacts quality of life for advanced lung cancer patients

Findings highlight the importance of a personalised approach to cancer care

Read more 🔽
icon.lshtm.ac.uk/study-examin...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · Mar 13

Why the world needs a vision for public health now more than ever

LSHTM Director Liam Smeeth argues #PublicHealth research & education are even more important with #science under attack & global #health programmes facing unprecedented cuts.

www.lshtm.ac.uk/newsevents/e...

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Mar 13

A recent @lshtm.bsky.social study led by Dr Ananya Malhotra examines how different immunotherapy treatments impact quality of life for advanced lung cancer patients over 18 months.

Findings highlight the need for a more personalised approach to care.

🔗 bit.ly/43FYPx5

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Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute @cruk-mi.bsky.social · Feb 28

We are recruiting a #postdoctoral researcher for our Cancer Inflammation and Immunity group headed by @santiagozelenay.bsky.social

For all the project details, research background, information about the position and the Institute, please visit:

www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk/career/mi-25...

Job Advert Image - person wearing a lab coat and using a multi-channel pipette

Text reads: We are hiring, Postdoctoral Scientist
Cancer Inflammation and Immunity Group

Salary: £37,000-£44,852

Job ID MI/25/01

Apply by 11th March

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 28

Huge congratulations to Aimilia Exarchakou on graduating with a PhD from @lshtm.bsky.social 🎓

Her research, focusing on inequalities in cancer care in England, is a significant contribution to improving public health outcomes.

We celebrate her hard work and dedication in public health.

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Jon Lim, MRCP PhD @drjonlim.bsky.social · Feb 23

***NEW***

🔬 Are you working on an interesting research project? Looking for collaborations 🌍?

Check out #ESMOYOC #ResearchMATCH 👇
www.esmo.org/career-devel...

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London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine @lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 21

Did you see what we did there? 👀

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 18

A recent study led by Dr Suping Ling reveals that breast cancer survivors from England’s most deprived areas face a 29% higher risk of developing a second primary cancer compared to those from affluent regions.

Read more👇
bit.ly/3EVvrbK

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 11

Celebrating International Women and Girls in Science🌍

From India to the UK, Dr Ananya shares her journey in STEM—the challenges, triumphs, & opportunities that shaped her career.

A powerful reminder of why representation matters in science.

👇
bit.ly/410n4n0

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 4

Cancer research should go beyond single risk factors!

Miguel calls for a holistic approach to truly understand and tackle the disease effectively.
#WorldCancerDay2025

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 4

Still on #WorldCancerDay, our Honorary member, Laura Woods @newcastleuni.bsky.social highlights the need for standards, collaboration, & patient engagement to drive impactful cancer research outcomes.

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 4

Awareness is 🔑 in cancer prevention.

Dr Belot highlights the need for inclusive awareness programs & accessible resources. #WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 4

Prof Bernard emphasises the importance of:

▶️ Collaboration
▶️ Knowledge exchange
▶️ Cooperative efforts

By working together, we can drive meaningful progress in cancer research & care.

#UnitedByUnique #WorldCancerDay2025

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Inequalities in Cancer Outcomes Network (ICON) @icon-lshtm.bsky.social · Feb 4

It’s #WorldCancerDay!

We’re highlighting insights from our Honorary members, who are driving meaningful change in cancer research and treatment.

Read our latest blog to learn👇

🔗 bit.ly/3Em0vS5

Check the thread 🧵 for key excerpts! #UnitedByUnique

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Cancer Research UK @cancerresearchuk.org · Jan 8

We’re delighted that several of our supporters and researchers have been recognised in this year’s New Year Honours! 🎉

Find out more in the full article down below 👇

Cancer Research UK researchers and supporters celebrated in New Year Honours - Cancer Research UK - Cancer News

Our former Chair, two of our researchers, and several of our supporters are among those on the 2025 New Year Honours list.

news.cancerresearchuk.org

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