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29/05/2026

Episode 58: Eating well for a healthier life

What we eat plays a powerful role in our health. In this episode, host Steve Bland is joined by Femi Odewale, Managing Director of North East London Cancer Alliance, and Nitu Pasricha, Public Health Associate Nutritionist.

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26/05/2026

Episode 57: Breaking cancer news - May 2027

It's May 2026 and we are back with another news episode where we dissect the ways in which cancer is making the news.

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North East London Cancer Alliance launches next phase of strategy delivery

On the 29th April 2026, North East London Cancer Alliance brought together over 120 colleagues and partners for an engaging and interactive event to mark the launch of three new strategies.
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14/05/2026

Episode 54: Launching our Workforce Strategy

In the first of three episodes recorded at a special event at Tower Hamlets Town Hall, host Steve Bland explores the North East London Cancer Alliance's new Workforce Strategy.

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14/05/2026

Episode 55: Launching our AI Strategy

In the second of our three special episodes recorded at Tower Hamlets Town Hall, host Steve Bland delves into the brand new AI and Digital Strategy.

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14/05/2026

Episode 56: Launching our Health Inequalities Strategy

In the third and final episode of three special episodes recorded at Tower Hamlets Town Hall, host Steve Bland hears all about the new Health Inequalities Strategy.

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28/04/2026

Episode 53: Breaking cancer news - April 2026

In this April 2026 news roundup episode, Steve Bland and Femi Odewale explore Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and the story of Joel, whose cancer was discovered after returning a bowel screening kit.

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24/04/2026

Episode 52: Returning to work after cancer

Returning to work after cancer can be both a hopeful milestone and a daunting challenge. For many people living with and beyond cancer, work represents normality, purpose and financial security, but it can also bring anxiety, fatigue and difficult emotions.

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Regional Champion for the NHS Excellence Awards

North East London Cancer Alliance's Gypsy, Roma and Traveller engagement project has been selected as a regional champion in the 'Improving Health Outcomes' category for this year's NHS Excellence Awards.
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