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General election 2024: Make this election a turning point for cancer
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Cancers caused by smoking have reached an all-time high in the UK. We believe that the biggest cause of cancer has no place in our future
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For over 75 years NHS staff have been at the forefront of fighting cancer. They’re the ones turning research breakthroughs into life-saving tests and treatments.
Visiting the Bowelbabe Lab: Why tackling cancer must remain a government priority
"Diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016, Deborah shared her experience with honesty and humour, changing the conversation about cancer. Her impact is still felt today."
Less red tape and lower costs: How the UK-EU political reset can support cancer research progress worldwide
By working together, we can provide a more supportive research environment for the huge global challenges posed by cancer and other diseases.
A key milestone passed: The Tobacco and Vapes Bill completes Report Stage and Third Reading Stage in the House of Commons
Imagine the number of cancer cases and deaths we could prevent, and lives we could change, for generations to come.
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India trains thousands of medics to promote vaccine in huge push to end cervical cancer
Tens of thousands of doctors across India are being trained to promote the HPV vaccine, in a push to eliminate cervical cancer in the country.
One in five cervical cancer cases worldwide occur in India – and the overwhelming majority of those are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV.
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