What are the barriers to timely ileostomy closure, and how can hospitals improve outcomes? Discover key insights and practical solutions to enhance patient care and performance 🏥📊 youtu.be/u1APqzxpkRA#... #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

The quarterly dashboard summarises the latest data on bowel cancer care and outcomes at trust, cancer alliance and nationally. Use it to explore changes over time and share insights that support improvement across services. buff.ly/DML3Zud #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

We’re stepping away from X (Twitter). Follow us here on Bluesky and LinkedIn where we’ll continue sharing updates. For more information, read our news post: www.natcan.org.uk/news/natcan-... #NBOCA #BowelCancer

Bowel Cancer UK provides free community talks that share clear information about symptoms, screening and early diagnosis. These sessions help increase awareness and support informed choices in local communities. buff.ly/gnwDcCL #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

The Bowel Cancer Awareness Roadshow brings important information and support directly to communities. It helps increase understanding of symptoms, risk factors and early detection in an accessible way. www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/how-we-can-h... #NBOCA #BowelCancer

The latest quarterly data dashboard provides an overview of key trends in bowel cancer care and outcomes. Explore the data, see what is changing, and share insights to support improvement across services. www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month is a chance to highlight the importance of knowing the symptoms and supporting early diagnosis. Join the conversation and help raise awareness across your community. www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

As we close Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, we’re reminded how vital it is to keep the message going all year round. 💙🎗️ Early detection saves lives. Screening, recognising symptoms, and seeking medical advice quickly can make a life‑changing difference #NBOCA #BowelCancer

💛 We would like to take a moment to thank our NBOCA Public & Patient Involvement Forum members, insight and lived experience help guide improvements in bowel cancer care 👏 We appreciate all you do👏 www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel... #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

💛 If you or someone you know needs bowel cancer support, our website links to Bowel Cancer UK and other trusted resources www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

NBOCA is inviting expressions of interest for a Consultant in Palliative Medicine to join our Clinical Advisory Group. Join us in shaping future improvements! ⭐ buff.ly/4nS2Zc6 #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

🎗️March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, an important moment to highlight prevention, early diagnosis and better care for all affected by bowel cancer 💙 #NBOCA #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

⏰ Don’t miss out Registration for the Close It Quick QI Collaborative closes 28 February a crucial forum to share knowledge and improve patient care www.rcseng.ac.uk/standards-an... #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

The NBOCA Clinical Advisory Group support the development of new performance indicators and local targets, which aim to measure the care and outcome of people with bowel cancer. Read the NBOCA QI plan here to learn more about the performance indicators www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel... #NBOCA

❤️ Looking for bowel cancer support? Find help from Bowel Cancer UK and other trusted resources available through our website www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

📝 Registration is open for the Close It Quick QI Collaborative to improve timeliness of ileostomy closure and reduce variation. (Deadline 28th Feb) More information here www.rcseng.ac.uk/standards-an... #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

🚀 Where would our clinical leads like to see NBOCA making strides, and what key achievements would they like to be celebrating next? Tune in for a forward-looking discussion on our upcoming goals and aspirations youtu.be/dCDdZcx3noI #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

Help reduce ileostomy closure delays. Join the Close It Quick QI Collaborative to empower your team, use data-driven insights, and improve patient experience. Register herehttps://www.rcseng.ac.uk/standards-and-research/standards-and-guidance/service-standards/close-it-quick-qi-collaborative #NBOCA

New research from the NBOCA team in @ClinicalOnco! 📉 📖 We analysed outcomes for older patients with colorectal cancer. Essential insights for tailoring geriatric oncology care. Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

NBOCA Quality Improvement Plan! 🎯 NATCAN is turning audit data into better patient care across the UK. Driving excellence & consistency. Learn more: www.natcan.org.uk/audits/bowel... #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

🔎 The latest NBOCA quarterly dashboard is LIVE! Includes data up to June 2025. Track your trust’s performance and how its data completeness has changed.

🎉 Happy New Year! NBOCA's 2025 Report highlights key progress in bowel cancer care. We look forward to even greater strides in 2026! Read the full report: www.natcan.org.uk/reports/nboc... #BowelCancer

🎯 Putting patients first: What do the key findings of the report truly mean for those receiving care? Hear directly from NBOCA's Clinical Lead as they discuss the real-world impact of the data and what it signals for patient journeys.https://buff.ly/8j2j8Nk #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

📈 See the insights firsthand: What are the key messages from this year's State of the Nation report? NBOCA's Clinical Co-Lead offers a detailed breakdown on progress in early diagnosis and reducing post-operative mortality.https://youtu.be/ijMtgkjCneA#NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

🧠 Tune in for expert analysis: What do the genomic profiling results actually tell us about the cancer and future treatment direction? #NBOCA expert breaks down the data and shares key clinical insights in our new video segment youtu.be/Z-vtCKz97k0#... @natcan-news.bsky.social

🔬 NBOCA's lead clinician answers: Why is it crucial that patients undergo genetic genome profiling? Watch our latest Close it Quick video to learn how this informs personalized treatment and improves patient outcomes.https://buff.ly/9ikLD32 @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social

🔬 #NBOCA's lead clinician answers: Why is it crucial that patients undergo genetic genome profiling? Watch our latest Close it Quick video to learn how this informs personalized treatment and improves patient outcomes.https://buff.ly/9ikLD32 @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social

How do we boost treatment uptake while managing the severe toxicity risk affecting 1 in 5 patients? 📈 NBOCA's expert breaks it down in our latest video. 👇https://buff.ly/5G83kpr buff.ly/drHBTOm buff.ly/quIri53

🎯 NBOCA SotN Report 2025 Rec4: Use of neoadjuvant radiotherapy for rectal cancer ranges from 6% to 87% across NHS trusts. NBOCA calls for standardised, evidence-based protocols to reduce variation and improve outcomes buff.ly/EM32sEV @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social

Who can join the Close it Quick collaborative? 👥 NBOCA's clinical lead answers which members of the MDT should get involved to improve ileostomy pathways. Watch the video👇https://www.natcan.org.uk/reports/nboca-state-of-the-nation-report-2025 rcs-ceu.shinyapps.io/NBOCA/ youtu.be/lURBNs8isDo

💊 NBOCA SotN Report 2025 Rec3: Adjuvant chemotherapy use for stage 3 colon cancer varies widely. Units below the 55% target should review individual cases and consider integrating geriatric and rehab expertise into decision-making buff.ly/CYGwIsv @natcan-news.bsky.social

👂📈 In the latest Close it Quick video, NBOCA Clinical Co-Lead Nicola Fearnhead breaks down the major barriers to timely ileostomy closure and what we can do to overcome them 👇 www.rcseng.ac.uk/standards-an... www.natcan.org.uk/reports/nboc... youtu.be/u1APqzxpkRA

🚀 NBOCA Clinical Co-Leads Nicola Fearnhead (Surgery) & Michael Braun (Oncology) discuss how the National Bowel Cancer Audit (NBOCA) has changed and its growing impact on outcomes 👇https://www.natcan.org.uk/reports/nboca-state-of-the-nation-report-2025 rcs-ceu.shinyapps.io/NBOCA youtu.be/8_pmDJnG7tg

🧪 NBOCA SotN Report 2025 Rec2: Only 66% of eligible patients with stage 4 bowel cancer had genomic testing. NBOCA recommends strengthening pathways for timely KRAS, NRAS, BRAF, MMR and MSI testing to support personalised treatment www.natcan.org.uk/reports/nboc... @natcan-news.bsky.social

📌 NBOCA SotN Report 2025 Rec1: Nearly 4 in 10 people still have an unclosed ileostomy 18 months after anterior resection. NBOCA urges NHS trusts and MDTs to prioritise timely closure through initiatives like the Close It Quick Collaborative buff.ly/7VDkKtK #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social

📰 NBOCA 2025 State of the Nation Report out now: buff.ly/McEV3ZF #NBOCA #BowelCancer @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

👀 NBOCA will publish State of the Nation Report 2025 🚨 9th Oct 🚨 Reporting 🔍 Variation in chemotherapy and radiotherapy use 🧪 Access to genomic testing for personalised treatment🚨 Persistent challenges in ileostomy closure after surgery buff.ly/RgYQJLo @natcan-news.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

Tomorrow, 30th September, is the final day to register for the NBOCA Close it Quick Collaborative. Don’t miss the chance to join this important initiative aimed at improving care for patients requiring ileostomy closure buff.ly/D0BMH3y @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social

Ahead of our State of the Nation Report being published on 9th October, we reflect on the lessons from 2024. From evolving data pathways to strengthened multidisciplinary collaboration. Read more buff.ly/BLgv4DG @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social #BowelCancer

In collaboration with RCS “Close it Quick” timely ileostomy closure collaborative. Join this nationwide initiative will give your Trust access to a dedicated QI consultant specific to your site in conjunction with host of resources to implement along the patient pathway buff.ly/ZyzrgqA

The next NBOCA quarterly data dashboard is due in October. Make sure you're up to date on the latest insights from July's dashboard, get the most recent info on data completeness and performance indicators. buff.ly/PyU3pQA @natcan-news.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social @hqip.bsky.social

Don't miss out on improving ileostomy closure rates and patient outcomes! NBOCA's "Close it Quick" QI Collaborative is open for registration. Join us to reduce delays, improve care, ease system pressure, and cut costs. Learn more and register at buff.ly/D0BMH3y @NATCAN_news @RCS_news @HQIP #NBOCA

❤️ Need support for bowel cancer? Connect with @bowelcanceruk & other vital resources linked on our site! www.nboca.org.uk @NATCAN_news @RCS_news @HQIP #NBOCA #BowelCancer

📢 Key takeaways from #ESMOGI2025 on the horizon! Follow us for updates on how research impacts bowel cancer care the work of NBOCA @NATCAN_news @RCS_news @HQIP #NBOCA #BowelCancer

🤔 Did you know? The #NBOCA State of the Nation Report highlights the significant difference in outcomes between early and late-stage bowel cancer diagnoses. Learn more www.nboca.org.uk/reports @NATCAN_news @RCS_news @HQIP #NBOCA #BowelCancer

📊 Our latest NBOCA Quarterly Data Dashboard is LIVE! See data quality insights for better bowel cancer care. Explore now www.nboca.org.uk/reports @NATCAN_news @RCS_news @HQIP #NBOCA #BowelCancer

NBOCA’s July Newsletter is out now 📫 Read about our Close It Quick initiative 🪡Dashboards 📊 and State of the Nation reflections 💭 Read it here buff.ly/1godKMX @NATCAN_news @RCS_news #NBOCA #BowelCancer