After experiencing persistent symptoms that weren’t normal for her, Christine was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Here, she tells her story and explains her advice for anyone experiencing something similar. Towards…
Mum, grandma and former Medical Secretary Margaret didn’t experience any pain before her cancer diagnosis but still booked an appointment with her GP. Here, Margaret describes her cancer journey and…
Over 2,020 Cancer Champions are helping to encourage early detection of cancer in Humber, Coast and Vale region
Over 2,020 Cancer Champions are helping to raise awareness of the symptoms of cancer and encourage early detection of cancer across Scarborough, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, Vale of York…
Health care professionals urge people in Humber, Coast and Vale to contact their GP about symptoms of lung cancer
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and health care professional across Humber, Coast and Vale are urging the public to contact their GP if experiencing symptoms of lung cancer. Since…
Over the last two years, Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance have helped to raise awareness of cancer by delivering free Cancer Champion awareness sessions to over 2,000 people across…
Support Group Saturday: Pam and HER Breast Friends
Hull and East Riding Breast Friends, known as HER Breast Friends, is a small local registered charity founded in 2005 by two ladies, Jan Jones and Liz Drury, who at…
Click here to view our October 2020 stakeholder update. Update (30th October 2020): The NHS Lung Health Check Service, which was due to re-start in Hull on 3rd November 2020, …
Free Share and Learn event for cancer support groups within Humber, Coast and Vale region
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance (HCV CA) is inviting cancer support groups to take part in a free online share and learn event. Support groups from Scarborough and Ryedale,…
Healthcare Professionals urge public to ‘help us help you’ by getting cancer symptoms checked and attending routine appointments
Healthcare professionals across the Humber, Coast and Vale (HCV) region are appealing for the public to contact their GP if they are worried about a symptom that could be cancer,…
Gyn & Tonic is the name of the Gynaecology support group for North Lincolnshire and the surrounding area. Here, Pat Chennells, Macmillan Information Facilitator at Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS…
North Yorkshire and York residents reassured that they will be vaccinated against the flu
With flu season fast approaching, NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group and NHS Vale of York Clinical Commissioning Group, along with local authorities want to reassure eligible patients that they…
Click here to read the latest edition of Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance News. In this edition, we hear from Dr Stuart Baugh, Clinical Director of Humber, Coast and Vale…
Visiting my GP practice during COVID-19: Beckie’s story
Beckie, 25, attended her very first cervical screening appointment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, Beckie shares her experience of visiting her GP practice with the new measures in place and…
Famous faces urge public to speak to their GP about potential cancer symptoms
Linda Nolan and Bill Turnbull are among the celebrities with cancer who have joined NHS doctors in urging the public to come forward for important checks. The call comes after…
Vale of York GP shares experience of adapting to change during coronavirus pandemic
Dr Rumina Önaç, GP and Green Impact for Health lead at The Old School Medical Practice in York has shared her detailed experience of caring for patients during the coronavirus…
Back in 2012, at the age of 36, Joanne was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent a lumpectomy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, oophorectomy and was given a drug called Anastrozole for ten…
Free online sessions launched to raise cancer awareness and help save lives through early diagnosis.
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance has launched free online Cancer Champion sessions to help raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer and encourage early detection within local…
Visiting my GP surgery during COVID-19: Carol’s story
York Haematology Support Group founder, Carol Miller was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia in 2004. Since her diagnosis, Carol has used her experience with cancer treatment to help others going…
Health and Care Partnership appeals for public support to help ensure services resume safely and promptly
NHS and council organisations in Humber, Coast and Vale are appealing for the public’s help as they work together to increase the availability of health and care services, which were…
Dr Dan Cottingham appointed Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance’s GP Lead
Dr Dan Cottingham has been confirmed as the new CRUK GP Lead for Humber, Coast and Vale (HCV) Cancer Alliance. The appointment of Dr Cottingham, Macmillan GP Cancer and End…
No more waiting in line or on the line… patients can access GP services online in Humber, Coast and Vale
Patients in Humber, Coast and Vale can access medical advice and help from their GP – without needing to visit their local GP practice in person or wait on the…
New shielding guidance for the extremely vulnerable group
From 6 July, new shielding guidance from the government will come into effect. This guidance applies to the clinically extremely vulnerable who are shielding in England during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Help for cancer patients throughout COVID and beyond
Over recent months, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to difficulty, heartache and worry for millions of people across the UK. But imagine being diagnosed with cancer at the same time,…
Safely restoring cervical screening services during COVID-19
Monday 15 June to Sunday 21 June is Cervical Screening Awareness Week and although NHS cervical screening services have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, colleagues across the Humber Coast…
Mum of three, Lizzie Parker was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2019. Since her diagnosis, Lizzie has been using her own experience to raise awareness and help others by sharing…
Updated shielding advice for the extremely vulnerable in England
The government has updated its guidance for people who are shielding taking into account that COVID-19 disease levels have decreased over the last few weeks. Around 200,000 cancer patients who…
New Rapid Diagnostic Centre continues to assess patients during Covid-19 pandemic
A new service launched in January for patients with symptoms that are cause for concern but do not meet the criteria for urgent referral for cancer, has continued to assess…
Hospital trusts across Humber, Coast and Vale region have been working hard to respond to the coronavirus pandemic to ensure the safety and quality of services for cancer patients. Northern…
Pancreatic Cancer UK continues to offer support during COVID-19
Registered charity, Pancreatic Cancer UK is providing a range of support for those living with pancreatic cancer. The charity is a useful resource for anyone affected by pancreatic cancer and…
Updated Shielding Advice - 1st June 2020 The government has updated its guidance for people who are shielding. People who are shielding remain vulnerable and should contain to take precautions…
70% drop in Vale of York Cancer referrals as doctors urge people to visit their GP
NHS Vale of York Clinical Commissioning Group, York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and GP Practices from the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance are working together to ensure cancer…
Click here to view the latest edition of Cancer Alliance News In this edition, we discover how cancer support groups are adapting to offer continued support during the coronavirus pandemic…
NHS warning to seek help for cancer symptoms, as half of public report concerns with getting checked
England’s top cancer doctor has urged people not to hesitate to get checked as new research revealed that nearly half of the public have concerns about seeking help during the…
‘NHS services remain open if you need medical help’, doctors tell people in Humber, Coast and Vale
Doctors in Humber, Coast and Vale are keen to remind the public that NHS services remain open to help them with their serious health conditions, amid concern that some people…
Cancer Care Centres adapt services to offer continued support during COVID-19
Across the Humber, Coast and Vale region, Macmillan Information Centres are adjusting what they do to continue to provide valuable support for those affected by cancer. While the centres are…
Helping to support the continuation of cancer diagnosis during Covid-19
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance has accelerated the procurement of home working stations to enable the reporting workforce within our region to report from home during Covid-19. Thirty home…
If you’re someone affected by cancer, it’s understandable you might be worried about coronavirus. While the nation stays at home, the pandemic is changing how organisations offer their help, but…
New Managing Director appointed to Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance
The Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance has appointed a new Managing Director, Yvonne Elliott. Yvonne started with us on 27th March 2020 and, over the next few months, will…
The first Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance Conference took place at York Racecourse on Thursday 5th March 2020. Over 150 people attended the event including people living with and…
March is World Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian cancer, or cancer of the ovaries, is one of the most common types of cancer in women. Here you can find the…
March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month. Almost 11,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year. Here you can find the symptoms of a brain tumour…
March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Here you can find the symptoms of prostate cancer as well as…
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The colon is part of the large bowel, which is part of the digestive system. Colon cancer is more common in older people. In…
Embedding Personalised Care for Haematology Cancer Patients
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust A recent National Cancer Patient Experience Survey reported that 30% of haematology patients at York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (YTHFT) had been…
Having recently taken part in Cancer Champion training, Beccy Suddes quickly put what she had learned into practice by engaging in conversations that would help raise cancer awareness with her…
York Racecourse staff become Cancer Champions ahead of Alliance Conference
Staff at York Racecourse have taken part in two Cancer Champion training sessions ahead of the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance Conference next month. Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer…
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance are proud to be hosting their first annual conference. The aims of the event are to: 1. Recognise and celebrate the exceptional work that…
‘The contraceptive coil saved my life.’ Hull Mum diagnosed with cervical cancer following a visit to a sexual health clinic.
Sarah Weichardt (43) was up to date with her cervical screenings and never had any report back for abnormal cells. Just before her 42nd birthday, Sarah visited a sexual health clinic…
Celebrating the start of lung health checks in Hull
An event to celebrate the start of Lung Health Checks in Hull took place at the KCOM Stadium on Friday 24th January, with around 80 people in attendance. The ceremony…
Raising Awareness: Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
The 20th - 26th of January was Cervical Cancer Prevention week, an initiative set-up by Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance used Cervical Cancer Prevention Week…
Welcome to the first Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance Quarterly Newsletter. Introduced by Phil Mettam, Executive Chair of the Cancer Alliance, the first edition focuses on work taking place…
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance Annual Review 2018-2019
Click here to read our first Annual Review which provides a brief summary of work undertaken in 2018/2019. Over the last 12 months we have made significant progress to improve…
“This is how we know we’re doing a good job for our patients” Castle Hill team becomes first in country to achieve service quality standard
A team of healthcare science professionals in Cottingham have become the first in the country to achieve a new standard which assures cancer patients of quality care. Safety, treatment planning…
Modern screening can be more personalised and convenient to save lives says new report
The NHS has the opportunity to upgrade cancer screening to save thousands more lives each year, a major report said today. Leading expert Professor Sir Mike Richards was jointly commissioned by…
October is breast cancer awareness month, so we ask you to help raise awareness of the signs and symptoms we need to talk to our GP about. The signs and…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news…
Fastest drop in smoking rate in over a decade as Stoptober launches
Stoptober is back to help more smokers split up from their relationship with smoking. This Stopober, smokers are being encouraged to end a bad relationship and split up with smoking…
Treatment and Pathways – Colorectal Business Meeting
On 17th September 2019, Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance (HCV CA) held a Colorectal Business Meeting for clinicians and managers across the locality. The agenda included updates from the…
Cancer patients at York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are set to benefit from a new Treatment Summary.
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have developed and launched a Cancer Treatment Summary document. The Treatment Summary is a document produced by secondary cancer care professionals at the end…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news…
Queens Centre Awarded Macmillan Quality Environment Mark
The Queens Centre at Castle Hill Hospital has been awarded the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM). Created by Macmillan Cancer Support, the MQEM is a detailed quality framework used for…
Free make-up and skincare session for people undergoing cancer treatment
People who are going through cancer treatment will have the chance to feel a bit more like their usual selves this week as experts come together for a special event.…
Staff from East Riding Leisure become Cancer Champions
Members of staff from East Riding Leisure Centres become Cancer Champions ahead of a new swim session pilot for people affected by cancer. East Riding of Yorkshire Council has introduced…
More convenient cancer screening services must be rolled out to boost uptake, says Professor Sir Mike Richards
The NHS should roll out online booking, out of hours appointments and text reminders to boost the uptake of breast, cervical and other screening services, leading expert Professor Sir Mike…
Experiences of Prostate Cancer shared at Cancer Alliance Focus Group
In February, the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance facilitated a Prostate Cancer Focus Group event to understand patient experiences from referral, diagnosis, treatment to living with and beyond prostate…
1000 and counting: Cancer Champion volunteer training programme reaches milestone
The Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance recruited its 1,000th Cancer Champion on Monday (29th April), as supermarket chain Asda hosted a training event at its Mount Pleasant store community…
Cervical Screening Pledge Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance Programme Director, Lucy Turner, is pledging to support Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust ‘Time to Test’ campaign and encouraging all Humber, Coast…
NHS LONG TERM PLAN PUBLISHED – FASTER DIAGNOSIS SO MORE PEOPLE SURVIVE CANCER
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As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news and developments across the…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news and developments across the…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news and developments across the…
The CCG cancer improvement and assessment ratings 2017-2018 have been published by NHS England and demonstrate the scale of the challenge for our cancer services and teams across the Humber,…
Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance July 2018 Monthly Update As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Cancer Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are…
As part of our communications and stakeholder engagement plans, the Alliance would like to ensure that our stakeholders are kept informed on the latest news and developments. From June we…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
The Living with and Beyond Cancer work stream at the Humber, Coast and Vale Cancer Alliance have been working on a Cancer Care Review resource pack. These packs provide information…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…
As part of the Programme Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Strategy the programme team is keen on keeping the stakeholders in the system well informed on the latest developments. We will…