News and events

Take a look at the latest news and events from across Thames Valley and nationally.

The new National Cancer Plan for England sets out how cancer services will be improved through earlier diagnosis, better access to treatment and reduced inequalities, with the aim of saving more lives and helping people live well after diagnosis. Find out more here

World Cancer Day

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World Cancer Day, 4 February 2025   The Thames Valley Cancer Alliance (TVCA) is supporting World Cancer Day on Tuesday 4 February, which is themed around ‘United by Unique’” This…
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Skin Cancer Smart & UV Savvy

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As the school summer holidays begin, TVCA is warning about the risks of skin cancer caused by sunburn. For the summer months, get ready to be skin smart and UV…

Levelling Up

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TVCA’s ambitions for 2024+ include ‘levelling-up’ cancer care for groups and communities with our Cancer Allies programme. Today marks the 75th anniversary of the arrival of people from the West…
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Cervical Screening

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‘Don’t ignore your invite!’ is the plea to women during Cervical Screening Awareness Week from the NHS Thames Valley Cancer Alliance (TVCA). Two women die every day from cervical cancer…
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Volunteer as a Cancer Rep

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During Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) Thames Valley Cancer Alliance (TVCA) is seeking new patient voices to help improve cancer services across the region. There is a role for cancer patients,…
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Bowel Cancer 5 Key Symptoms

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Research has confirmed that 4 in 10 adults in the Thames Valley region can’t name a single bowel cancer symptom – and it’s the UK’s second biggest cancer killer. Thames…

Wear a Hat Day

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At the end of Brain Tumour Awareness Week, the team at Thames Valley Cancer Alliance (TVCA) will ‘Wear A Hat’ on Friday 31 March 2023. The fun event recognises the…

Cancer of the Prostate

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Cancer of the prostate is the most common cancer in men. 1 in 8 men in England will get cancer of the prostate – and 1 in 4 Black men. …
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No Smoking Day 2023

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Smoking increases the chance of getting dementia, as well as lung and heart diseases. Ahead of No Smoking Day on 8 March 2023, Thames Valley Cancer Alliance (TVCA) is encouraging…
World Cancer Day 2023

World Cancer Day 2023

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For World Cancer Day 2023 (4 February), TVCA details how we are working towards ‘closing the cancer care gap’ to ensure everyone in the region gets the treatment they need.…