📣 The April NLCA Newsletter is here! This month features the recently published State of the Nation report 2026, the upcoming April Data Dashboard, and engagement activities including our latest blog, conference participation and upcoming podcast.  👉 Read here: buff.ly/4uAhrxe @btog.bsky.social

Highlights from our 2026 Annual Conference, watch the video!

"Radiotherapy symposium was excellent, and I am looking forward to watching the videos from the concurrent sessions." Feedback from our Annual Conference 2026. You can read the recap and see photos and short videos on our website https://www.btog.org/2026-annual-conference-archive/

Two new BTOG events: BTOG Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Essential Update Wednesday 14 October 2026 https://www.btog.org/btog-small-cell-lung-cancer-essential-update/ BTOG Trials Meeting 2026 Wednesday 22 July 2026 https://www.btog.org/btog-trials-meeting-2026/

A positive EMA recommendation for tarlatamab marks an important step for relapsed extensive-stage SCLC in Europe. For people facing a disease with limited options after relapse, this matters. Now the focus must also be on fair & timely access. #LCSM www.lungcancereuropenews.eu/news/ema-rec...

We’re excited to announce a major upgrade to the BTOG Annual Conference experience - powered by the latest update to the BTOG event app. These enhancements are part of our ongoing commitment to improving the educational experience and supporting our members in making the most of BTOG events.

Podcast - BTOG Does Lung Neuroendocrine Tumours: Changing the Conversation. What is PRRT? Watch, listen or download the full podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or our website https://btog.org/podcasts

Lung Cancer Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Sandra Wakelin has gained national recognition after becoming @btog.bsky.social Nurse of the Year! 🎉 Sandra received her award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to lung cancer care, including developing nurse-led immunotherapy clinics.

🎙️NLCA Clinical Fellow Lauren Dixon spoke to the Video Journal of Oncology at BTOG 2026, highlighting key findings from the State of the Nation Report 2026. Watch the interview: buff.ly/5yud1f2 @hqip.bsky.social @btog.bsky.social @lcnuk.bsky.social #LungCancer #ClinicalAudit #NHSE

"Fabulous sessions again. Thank you BTOG for your incredible work." Feedback from our Annual Conference 2026. You can read the recap and see photos and short videos on our website https://www.btog.org/2026-annual-conference-archive/

Podcast - BTOG Does Lung Neuroendocrine Tumours: Changing the Conversation. Follow-up: 15 years (and why) Watch, listen or download the full podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or our website https://btog.org/podcasts

"Excellent conference. 10/10- will come back next year" Feedback from our Annual Conference 2026. You can read the recap and see photos and short videos on our website https://www.btog.org/2026-annual-conference-archive/

Podcast - BTOG Does Lung Neuroendocrine Tumours: Changing the Conversation. Lung cancer pathway ≠ lung NET pathway: tissue first Watch, listen or download the full podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or our website https://btog.org/podcasts

This time last week, our amazing Annual Conference funrunners were enjoying the sights of Edinburgh before a packed second day of education.

At our #BTOG26 Annual Conference last week, we presented our inaugural BTOG Awards for persons who have made a real difference to the care, treatment, or research for patients with thoracic malignancies. Congratulations to our winners!

Podcast - BTOG Does Lung Neuroendocrine Tumours: Changing the Conversation. Stop calling them carcinoids — they’re cancers. Watch, listen or download the full podcast at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or our website https://btog.org/podcasts

Call for Expressions of Interest for Clinical Oncology and Surgery Representation on the BTOG Steering Committee: Learn more: https://www.btog.org/join-the-btog-steering-committee/ Deadline for submission of expression of interest is Monday 9th March 2026. #LCSM #LungCancer

Registered for #BTOG26? The BTOG 2026 App is now available to download in the app store. Enter the email address you registered with and set a password – this will be different to your member login.

⏰ This week! We’re looking forward to welcoming you to #BTOG26 for world-class science, debate and collaboration in thoracic oncology. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM #lungcancer

📍 Edinburgh | 4–6 March 2026 Three days. Multiple tracks. One community. Secure your place at the 24th BTOG Annual Conference. #BTOG26 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

Registered for #BTOG26? The BTOG 2026 App is now available to download in the app store. Enter the email address you registered with and set a password – this will be different to your member login.

🏃‍♀️ Start NEXT Thursday right with the BTOG 5K Fun Run! Open to all delegates on 5 March 2026, 07:00. Sign up now open! https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/ #BTOG2026 #LCSM

🧠 What does AI really mean for clinicians today? Join experts exploring practical, real-world AI applications at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

BTOG has published a new practical guide to help clinicians interpret tumour NGS reports in NSCLC. Includes a clear 4-step review framework plus guidance on germline findings, trials and GTAB input. Download: https://ow.ly/qtHy50Ykbkp

BTOG's response to England’s 10-Year National Cancer Plan welcomes the ambition — particularly lung cancer screening rollout — but raises concerns about diagnostic capacity, workforce pressures and smoking cessation integration. Delivery must match ambition: https://ow.ly/YCN150Yk8qI

NORTHSTAR: local consolidative therapy with osimertinib in EGFR+ lung cancer? Sharmistha Ghosh's thoughts on the implication for real world clinical practice in the BTOG 'ESMO Top 10' webcast Download the podcast or login to your BTOG account to watch https://ow.ly/KYrf50XR9My #LCSM #lungcancer

🤖 AI in Thoracic Oncology From radiology and pathology to clinical decision support — discover how AI is transforming care at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

👩‍⚕️ BTOG / Lung Cancer Nursing UK Nurses Joint Session From thymoma updates to becoming a principal investigator — celebrating CNS leadership at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

At #BTOG26, consultants will host a Career Development Session for Trainees - An informal session for trainees of any grade interested in a career in thoracic oncology: Ask questions and chat to consultants from different specialties, all experienced in mentoring and career advice. Sanjay Popat#BTOG26

Call for Expressions of Interest for Clinical Oncology and Surgery Representation on the BTOG Steering Committee: Learn more: https://www.btog.org/join-the-btog-steering-committee/ Deadline for submission of expression of interest is Monday 9th March 2026. #LCSM #LungCancer

📚 UK Academic Trial Landscape Updates from BTOG, EORTC, ETOP and key national studies shaping lung cancer research. #BTOG26 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

Poster printing: BTOG has negotiated a discounted rate for printing and shipping of fabric posters with Science Posters (https://www.scienceposters.co.uk/btog.htm) – the deadline for submission is strictly Thursday 19th February 2026.

Impressive OS data from DELLphi-303: will Tarlatamab become standard of care in 1L SCLC? Tom Newsom-Davis and Shobhit Baijal discuss, in the BTOG 'ESMO Top 10' webcast Download the podcast or login to your BTOG account to watch https://ow.ly/4e7T50XR9If Tom Newsom-Davis #LCSM #lungcancer

🫁 State of the Union: EBUS in the UK 2026 Audit results, quality standards and the future of interventional bronchoscopy at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

Read more about sustainability initiatives at our Annual Conference and your options for sustainable travel on our website https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#sustainability

🏃‍♀️ Start Thursday right with the BTOG 5K Fun Run! Open to all delegates on 5 March 2026, 07:00. Sign up now open! https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/ #BTOG2026 #LCSM

The train is the most sustainable mode of transport for travel of a significant distance within the UK. To help encourage and celebrate this more sustainable form of transport, you’ll be able to add a green “I came by train” sticker to your #BTOG26 conference badge!

Thinking about your next step in training? You could receive up to £1,000 towards a course through our educational bursaries. With multiple awards available, why not apply? Learn more: https://ow.ly/IU2k50YcKfv

🆕 2024 data from the @nlca-natcan.bsky.social State of the Nation 2026 report shows women now account for > 1/2 of lung cancer diagnoses in England. Around 1 in 10 diagnosed have never smoked. #Lungcancer is changing. National reporting must keep pace. www.natcan.org.uk/wp-content/u... #LCSM

📊 Poster Oral Presentations & Prizes Showcasing the best of UK thoracic oncology research — don’t miss this highlight of #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

There’s growing agreement in the research that non-smoking #lungcancer is increasing and that our approaches to understanding and early detection haven’t kept pace. This Trends in Cancer piece brings a lot of that thinking together in one place. #LCSM 🔗 www.cell.com/trends/cance...

We've made it easier for you to see the whole #BTOG26 Annual Conference programme with an interactive section on the event page https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 The PDF programme has been downloaded over 5000 times already, a record!!

The 2026 NLCA State of the Nation Report offers essential data on lung cancer care delivery in 2024. Robust audit data underpins service improvement, equity of access, and better outcomes for patients — we encourage all members to review the findings.

At #BTOG26, consultants will host a Career Development Session for Trainees - An informal session for trainees of any grade interested in a career in thoracic oncology: Ask questions and chat to consultants from different specialties, all experienced in mentoring and career advice. Sanjay Popat#BTOG26

🔪 Thoracic Surgery Joint Plenary (BTOG / SCTS) Resectability, future surgical roles and national research priorities discussed at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

Will PD-1/VEGFR inhibition result in OS as well as PFS benefit in SqCC? Shobhit Baijal discusses the benefits, and risks, of ivonescimab in the HARMONi-6 trial in the BTOG 'ESMO Top 10' webcast Download the podcast or login to your BTOG account to watch https://ow.ly/tsGA50XR9GA #LCSM #lungcancer

🔬 Stage III NSCLC Joint Plenary (BTOG / APP) Pathological response, borderline resectability and patients unsuitable for concurrent CRT — essential updates at #BTOG26. 🔗 https://www.btog.org/24th-btog-annual-conference-2026/#BTOG26 #LCSM

BTOG 2026 Awards - Nominations Close Today! BTOG 2026 Nurse of the Year Award BTOG 2026 Doctor of the Year Award BTOG 2026 Young Researcher of the Year Award https://ow.ly/Ouly50XSPbj Closing date for nominations is Monday 9th February 2026. #LCSM #LungCancer

Call for Expressions of Interest for Clinical Oncology and Surgery Representation on the BTOG Steering Committee: Learn more: https://www.btog.org/join-the-btog-steering-committee/ Deadline for submission of expression of interest is Monday 9th March 2026. #LCSM #LungCancer

Our 2026 Annual Conference keynote topic is "The Perioperative Revolution in NSCLC: Where We Are, Where We Are Heading", given by Heather Wakelee MD, of Stanford University and Stanford Cancer Institute