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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NELCA Supports Health & Humanity Community Wellness Event
On 30 July, the North East London Cancer Alliance (NELCA) was invited to host an information stall at the Health & Humanity event, held at Barking Learning Centre as part of its monthly community wellness programme
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03/08/2026
Episode 64: Breaking cancer news - July 2026
In this month's news round-up, Steve and Femi cover everything going on in July 2026 including cervical cancer news, an AI alert that could help spot breast cancer early and a warning from a former England footballer about skin cancer.
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