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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · 5d

To mark #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we've updated our toolkit to support general practice in improving uptake to the breast screening programme. Find it here https://ow.ly/ZiBU50X9G8I @nhssussex.bsky.social Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · 7d

Find resources to raise awareness about breast cancer, such as this poster from Brighton-based Act on Cancer Together, on our events calendar. https://ow.ly/HOHT50X9Gkg #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth @nhssussex.bsky.social Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership Healthwatch Brighton and Hove

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · 18d

Wishing all finalists in today's Picker Experience National Awards the very best of luck! Especially our team & colleagues from South East Genomics Medicine Service, shortlisted for improving the #LynchSyndrome pathway. #PEN25 Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership @nhssussex.bsky.social

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Lesley Smith @lesleysmith.bsky.social · Sep 16

Delighted to be in Sussex today for the @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social annual event on Personalised Care in Cancer and Why It Matters.

Brilliant that the Alliance is able to bring folks together to celebrate the progress on #LivingWithAndBeyondCancer as well as inspire further improvements 🙌👏

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Sep 16

It's finally here! Our third annual Personalised Care Showcase. Our speakers are getting ready to share insight into personalised care developments in cancer care. Let the day begin! @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @frimleyhealth.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk

Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Sep 2

Have you booked your place on our Personalised Care Showcase on Tues, 16 Sept? This free, in-person event is for all healthcare professionals in primary, secondary & community care across Frimley, Surrey & Sussex. Register now! ow.ly/ggGo50WNZvN @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social

This image has the words: Personalised Care: Why It Matters. Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance. Tuesday, 16 September. 09:00 - 17:00 Holiday Inn London Gatwick Worth
SSCA annual event to showcase achievements in personalised care in Surrey and Sussex. The event is aimed at healthcare professionals in primary and secondary care and the community

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Aug 26

Are you coming to our 3rd annual Personalised Care Showcase on Tues, 16 Sept? This free event brings together healthcare professionals from primary, secondary and community care. Register today shorturl.at/zM7J6 @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @nhssussex.bsky.social @frimleyhealth.bsky.social

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Jul 31

📢 We are delighted to be shortlisted for the #PEN25 Awards for our Lynch Syndrome Transformation Project! Read more about this work to improve screening for Lynch Syndrome on page 8 of our Annual Review shorturl.at/4BBJb @pen-news.bsky.social @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Jul 4

👀 Have you seen our latest Community Bulletin packed with information and support for cancer patients, carers and families? Find it here 👇 surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/application/... @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @surreycc.gov.uk @healthwatchbh.bsky.social

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NHS Kent and Medway @nhskentandmedway.bsky.social · Jul 3

☀️😎 We all need to take care when out and about. Staying safe in the sun reduces your chances of suffering from skin cancer.

For more information on sun safety visit ow.ly/gqbG50W65Ku

#BeSkinSmart

Text reads: Make sure you follow these simple steps to stay safe in the sun. Avoid being out in the sun during the hottest part of the day - 11am to 3pm Make sure you apply sun cream regularly and you never burn Your sun cream should have an SPF of at least factor 30 and a minimum of a four-star rating Wear a hat and stay covered up with suitable clothes and sunglasses.

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UK Oncology Nursing Society @ukons.bsky.social · Jul 3

🎗July is Sarcoma Awareness Month🎗

Sarcoma is a rare and often misunderstood group of cancers that begins in the bones and soft tissues, including muscles, fat, blood vessels, and nerves.

💛 Join us in spreading awareness
Sarcoma UK - sarcoma.org.uk/sarcoma-awar...

#SarcomaAwarenessMonth #UKONS

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Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership @surreyheartlands.bsky.social · Jul 4

Three big shifts will change how the NHS works, enabling it to deliver better care for all patients – no matter where they live.

From hospital to community.

From analogue to digital.

From sickness to prevention.

Read more ➡️ ow.ly/WovM50WksVI

Illustration of a diverse group of 6 people; NHS staff and members of the public. Text reads; The 10 Year Health Plan will make the NHS fit for the future.

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · May 29

Did you know physical activity can help reduce the side effects of cancer treatments? Find resources here to enable healthcare professionals to discuss physical activity with patients, including video guides from @surreyheartlands.bsky.social shorturl.at/bCAvt @nhssussex.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk

This photo shows Rachel Brown, Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance's prehabilitation lead, showing a person how to use a rowing machine

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · May 23

Did you know prehabilitation and rehabilitation can maximise patients' resilience to treatment & support their recovery? Find out more here: surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/our-work/per... @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @healthwatchbh.bsky.social

An image of a woman making a heart shape with her right hand and the left hand of a health care professional whose face is off screen

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · May 22

Great to have worked with you too @nhscreative.bsky.social

NHS Creative @nhscreative.bsky.social · May 19

Great to have worked with @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social on their latest annual review document 2024-2025🌟
➡️ tinyurl.com/mpcjb2hx
#AnnualReview #Design #Cancer #NHScomms

Display of the annual review brochure alongside vibrant illustrations of diverse individuals in various settings.

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · May 22

Read our Annual Review 2024-2025! Discover projects which have improved the experience & outcomes for cancer patients 👇 surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/about-us/wha... @nhscreative.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @nhssussex.bsky.social @frimleyhealth.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk

SSCA Year on a Page infographic 2024-2025
This is an infographic highlighting achievements over the past 12 months to end of March 2025. It focuses on achievements within the following programmes - prevention and early diagnosis, improvement and innovation, treatment and personalised care and plus workforce investment. If you would like the content in Word format then please email rsch.sscaadmin@nhs.net

Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Apr 29

📣It's #WorldImmunisationWeek! Check out our HPV vaccine toolkit for General Practice to improve opportunistic uptake among those aged 14 to 25 who missed the vaccine at school. Find it here: surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/application/... @surreyheartlands.bsky.social @nhssussex.bsky.social

Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Apr 15

Our localised Cancer Care Map is now live! It provides an easy access guide to services & therapies to support people living with cancer across Surrey, Sussex and Frimley. Find it here: surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/cancer-care-... @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social

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BTOG @btog.bsky.social · Apr 10

Join our webinar with NLCA: State of the Nation 2025 – progress, old challenges and a data-driven road ahead – Thursday 15th May 2025 – 17:30 – 18:30
btog.org/nlca-webinar...

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Apr 8

We're thrilled to announce the launch of The Cancer Academy which will empower staff & communities to deepen their understanding of cancer and improve overall awareness. Find it here: surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/our-work/wor... @nhssussex.bsky.social @surreyheartlands.bsky.social

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Vicki Havercroft Dixon MSc ACP @vjhavercroft.bsky.social · Mar 14

We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's #CancerNurseSpecialisDay awards. Thank you to each of you for your commitment to the fight against cancer!
Let’s celebrate and uplift these everyday heroes who make such an impact. #NurseHeroes #NurseSpecialists
@surreyandsussexca.bsky.social

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Mar 10

Get ready for #NationalCancerCNSDay this Friday, 14 March and celebrate the outstanding contribution cancer nurses make to patient care. Nominate a cancer nurse working across the SSCA footprint for a prize. Scan the QR code below or click here: ow.ly/1TPr50VbIQX

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · Mar 10

If you’ve experienced cancer care, then The Department of Health wants to hear your experiences, from referral and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare.

Sharing your experience can help shape better services and improve outcomes for people with cancer. bit.ly/3DjCSJt

Have you experienced cancer care? Help shape the future of the services.

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Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance @surreyandsussexca.bsky.social · Mar 6

Hello Bluesky! We're an #NHS organisation bringing together people who work in cancer or with cancer patients to improve diagnosis, care and treatment in our local area. Find out more about what we do on our website: surreyandsussexcanceralliance.nhs.uk

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