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Clinical trials explained
Nearly 75,000 people in Yorkshire have taken part in clinical trials funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research.
The charity plays an important role in making sure people…
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Smokefree 2030 - will the target be missed?
In this blog post we take a close look at the Government's Smokefree 2030 commitment, and examine how we can take stronger action, not only to help people quit for good but also stop people from taking up smoking in the first place.
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Why we need lung cancer screening in Yorkshire
Cancer screening has helped to improve survival rates for breast, bowel, and cervical cancer – and we think it could do the same for lung cancer. In this blog, we…
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HPV Explained
Human papillomavirus (HPV) causes almost all cases of cervical cancer. Around 4 in 5 men and women will have HPV at some point in their lives.But our research has…
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Research brings hope for prevention and treatment of lung cancer
While it may be Yorkshire’s biggest cause of cancer-related death, the outlook for people with lung cancer is improving, thanks to research. Find out more about the…
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Behind the headlines: cancer care delays
In November 2022, a BBC analysis revealed a sharp rise in long waits for cancer therapy in the past four years.Dr Kathryn Scott, Chief Executive at Yorkshire Cancer…
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Time to scan
Join our call for the government to announce a national lung screening programme.
Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in Yorkshire, with 82 people…
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The benefits of charity shops: volunteering
It’s a simple fact that the Yorkshire Cancer Research charity shops couldn’t operate without their wonderful volunteers. From sorting donations to giving customers…
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Why we need to replace the Two-Week Wait
NHS England has a target that people should wait no more than two weeks for an appointment with a specialist after seeing their GP with symptoms of cancer. But this…
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Lynch syndrome: time to get testing
There’s a genetic test that can help people take action to prevent cancer or find it early when it is easier to treat.
The test determines whether a cancer patient…
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Active Together: a day in the life of a Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
As evidence continues to emerge on the benefits of exercise for people with cancer, physical activity is becoming increasingly central to cancer treatment and…
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