HPV Self-Sampling now offered by every GP practice in north east London
Every GP practice in north east London is now offering women a simple self-swab test for cervical screening, giving thousands more women the opportunity to take part in screening in a way that works for them.
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Barts Charity launches new breast cancer funding campaign
Communities in north east London face some of the highest rates of aggressive breast cancers and poorer outcomes than many other parts of the country. To help change this, Barts Charity has launched 'Here for it' - a new fundraising campaign for the Barts Health NHS Trust Breast Cancer Centre.
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10/09/2026
Episode 66: Making cancer films
What happens when someone living with cancer decides to pick up a camera and tell their story? In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, host Steve Bland is joined by Anne Isaksson, a cancer patient whose powerful film, This Is Everything, documents her diagnosis, treatment and recovery at Barts Health.
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New video brings Health Inequalities Strategy to life
North East London Cancer Alliance, in partnership with behaviour change communications agency Claremont, has launched a new video explaining how its Health Inequalities Strategy will help tackle unfair and avoidable differences in cancer outcomes across north east London.
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Macmillan Cancer CNS Development Lead Pilot – shortlisted for Workforce Initiative of the Year
The North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) is delighted to celebrate the Macmillan Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Development Lead Pilot, which has been shortlisted for a 2026 HSJ Award.
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Self-sampling for cervical screening now available London-wide
As of 5 August 2026, all general practices across London are now able to participate in the HPV Self-Sampling for cervical screening (SelfScreen) pathway — a significant milestone in our ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
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NELCA Connects with Local Communities at Havering Community Health and Wellness Event
On 5 August, the NHS North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) attended the Havering Community Health and Wellness Event, joining a wide range of local organisations dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of residents.
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NELCA Engages with Over 100 Residents at Redbridge Disability Festival
The NHS North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) was delighted to attend the London Borough of Redbridge Disability Festival, where we had the opportunity to speak with more than 100 local residents about cancer awareness and early diagnosis.
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