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

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Bowel Cancer – Do You Know the Symptoms?

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During Bowel Cancer Awareness month, research has confirmed that 38% of adults in the Thames Valley Region can’t name a single symptom of bowel cancer – the UK’s second biggest…
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Celebrate Cancer Nurse Specialists (CNS)

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Tuesday 15 March has been designated National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Day.  It’s the opportunity to thank the highly-skilled nurses who deliver cancer care, and to also ask the question:…
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The Prostate Cancer Missing 14,000

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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. 1 in 8 men in England will get prostate cancer – and 1 in 4 Black men.  They could be a…
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Cervical Screening Saves Lives

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Two women die every day from cervical cancer in England. Yet it is one of the most preventable cancers and cervical screening can help stop it before it starts. (more…)
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Happy Holidays and See You in 2022

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Ruth Wilcockson, Managing Director of TVCA sends seasonal best wishes on behalf of all the team “All my colleagues at TVCA send you our thanks and best wishes over the…