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Today is #WorldCancerDay and the theme is #UnitedbyUnique 🌍 We are sharing our two Cancer Keys that highlight essential guidance on reducing barriers to early cancer diagnosis in vulnerable patient groups, and how we can provide effective care and support. How can we improve early detection of cancer in the homeless population? People experiencing homelessness (PEH) have higher cancer incidence and mortality rates compared to the housed population and the rates of PEH are rising. In 5-minutes we provide guidance on cancer risk factors to consider and how we can reduce barriers accessing essential cancer care. 🔑 Read our Cancer Key #WorldCancerDay 

This year’s #WorldCancerDay theme is #UnitedByUnique, focusing on placing people at the centre of care by recognising and fully integrating everyone’s unique needs 👥 GP hosts Sarah and Rebecca reflect on the palliative care episode of the GPs Talk Cancer Podcast and their conversations with Professor Matthew Makin. Matthew delves into the importance of acknowledging each patient’s needs in palliative care to compassionately guide them through the gap between their expectations and the reality of their diagnosis. The full episode is available on our website 👇 https://lnkd.in/eR5XR5yj

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🗣️“I’ve now changed my practice because of our conversation” Considering #WorldCancerDay, we are reflecting on key teachings from the GPs Talk Cancer podcast, and how they can help us advocate for people-centred care and early diagnosis in vulnerable patient groups as we are #UnitedbyUnique. Our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah recall the childhood cancer episode and their memorable conversation with Dr Guy Makin. Through their expert insights, Guy discusses how GPs can support earlier and faster cancer diagnoses by examining the decision of when to send a child for a blood test. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and explore more on our website🖥️ https://lnkd.in/eYXVH-mR

We’re hiring ✨ We are looking for an Education Developer to join our friendly, ambitious and dedicated team.    You will be responsible for creating effective robust resources to support primary care professionals in their continued professional development. This is a fixed term post for 12 months to cover maternity leave. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9qB3UFh #hiring #nhsjobs

Today is #WorldCancerDay and our role in supporting the early diagnosis of cancer is at the forefront of our minds 🌍 Our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah sat down to reflect on the first two series of our GPs Talk Cancer podcast. They share their most eye-opening discussions with specialist secondary care guests that sparked change in their practice. Through the podcast, we aim to provide primary care health professionals with an accessible resource to support earlier cancer detection. 🗣️ “You manage to be realistic about GP and not make me feel "this job is impossible, there's just too much to know", which some education podcasts do. As an appraiser and appraisal lead, I recommend you regularly!” - Jo, GP in Scotland. All episodes are available now, explore the podcast here 👇 gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

1 in 6 people in the UK will experience sexual violence at some point in their life. Multiple studies have identified an association between a history of sexual violence and an increased risk of cancer, but the reasons for this are complex and not fully understood. Increase your knowledge on cancer risk factors, overcoming barriers and the importance of a trauma informed approach. 🔑 Read our Cancer Key #WorldCancerDay 

Introducing our new spotlight series 📰 Where we round up our resources, news and early diagnosis insights we’ve shared with you throughout the month. Read our January spotlight 👇 #primarycare #earlydiagnosis

Countdown to #WorldCancerDay on 4 Feb 🌏 World Cancer Day is a global cancer awareness initiative, focused on encouraging cancer prevention and reducing barriers to diagnosis and treatment. This year's theme, 'United by Unique', aims at putting people at the centre of cancer care by recognising individual needs, embracing people's differences and ensuring everyone has access to the care they need. We'll be sharing our World Cancer Day themed Cancer Keys, highlighting ways to support early diagnosis in vulnerable patient groups and providing practical guidance for healthcare professionals. #unitedbyunique #CancerKeys

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