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February is Oesophageal Cancer awareness month

In February 2026, NHS London Cancer Alliances, in partnership with Heartburn Cancer UK (HCUK), are supporting a pan-London campaign to help more people recognise the signs and symptoms of oesophageal cancer.
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NHS urges Londoners to complete cancer screening checks 

Londoners are being urged to respond to their cancer screening invitations, following the government’s launch of its landmark National Cancer Plan with an ambitious goal to save 320,000 more lives. 
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Raising awareness of kidney cancer

Kidney cancer is often diagnosed late because symptoms can be vague or misunderstood. Kidney cancer is therefore frequently found at an advanced stage. However, early diagnosis significantly improves treatment options and outcomes.
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Launch of the NHS National Cancer Plan

It was World Cancer Day on 4 February, and this year the day also marked the launch of the much-anticipated NHS National Cancer Plan. Femi Odewale, Managing Director of North East London Cancer Alliance, reflects on what this means nationally and locally.
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Transforming cancer care across north east London

North East London Cancer Alliance is working in partnership with UCLPartners to support earlier cancer diagnosis by strengthening pathways and enabling the safe adoption of innovation, including digital and data-driven approaches.
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Promoting Early Detection: Community Event Encourages Cancer Awareness and Screening

More than 65 women attended a recent community cancer awareness event focused on increasing understanding of bowel, prostate, cervical and breast cancer screening.
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