In June's news episode, Steve Bland & Femi Odewale are joined by Nellie Gbadebo, CEO & Founder of Touchy-Feely, the UK's leading creative and cultural cancer organisation, to talk about the month's cancer news AND a special event on 18 July in Shoreditch! www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

On World Prostate Cancer Day, Taking Control of Cancer explores one of the most important ways to improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer: understanding your risk and getting checked early. Have a listen now: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

Early detection saves lives, and your GP is your first line of defence. In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer Steve Bland speaks with Dr Toby Lambeth, who is passionate about improving early cancer diagnosis and tackling health inequalities: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 61: Breaking cancer news - June 2026. Have a listen:

A woman from Ilford is recovering after a rare and highly complex double-cancer procedure to treat bowel cancer that had spread through her body, thanks to Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust. Read more: www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/news/rare-do...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 61: Checking your prostate cancer risk. Have a listen:

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 60: Starting the cancer conversation. Have a listen:

Ever wondered how to get your work and ideas published in a leading journal? Join Filipe Carvalho from @NHSHomerton who will equip you with the skills you need to start your publishing journey. 9am to 10am, Mon 13 July Register for free here: medtribe.com/courses/nel-...

A new drug that extends survival for women with hard-to-treat ovarian cancer is now available on the NHS. The treatment was tested by @NHSBartsHealth at St Bartholomew's Hospital as part of a major global clinical trial in 8 NHS hospitals in England Read more: bit.ly/4xvy4b4

Hundreds of men attended an impressive men's health event on #WorldProstateCancerDay at Goodman’s Fields Health Centre in Tower Hamlets. We were on hand to talk about cancer signs and symptoms and there was a huge demand in finding out more about prostate cancer and PSA tests

Following last year’s episode on protecting your skin and staying safe in the sun, Taking Control of Cancer returns to tackle one of the biggest challenges in skin health: misinformation. Have a listen to find our more about how you can protect your skin: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 59: Busting myths about skin cancer . Have a listen:

Congrats to Ellen Quinney from NELCA, Ben Lamb from NHS Barts Health, Tayana Soukup from Imperial College London, and Wasim Hamad from Barts Cancer Institute, for their article on MDT streamlining in Frontiers in Health Services Journal: www.frontiersin.org/journals/hea...

Did you miss the brilliant Samantha Strumeier from Barts Health NHS Trust talking about the challenges of career progression? We have good news for you! You can now view the full webinar recording on the North East London Training Hub YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma7X...

Talking about all things cancer to shoppers in the Mercury Shopping Centre in Romford. From signs and symptoms and screening programmes, through to support for people living with cancer, North East London Cancer Alliance was on hand to provide more information about local cancer services.

In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, host Steve Bland is joined by Femi Odewale, and Nitu Pasricha, Public Health Associate Nutritionist, to explore how healthy eating can help reduce the risk of cancer. Listen now: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis... #HealthyEating #Diet #Nutrition

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 58: Nutrition and eating well for a healthier life . Have a listen:

It's May 2026 and we are back with another news episode where we dissect the ways in which #cancer is making the news. www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/podcast/epis...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 56: Breaking cancer news - May 2026. Have a listen:

☀️ Sunshine is on the way for the bank holiday! Enjoy the sun safely & remember to: 🧴 Apply sunscreen and choose at least SPF 30 🕶️ Limit your exposure to direct sunlight especially between 11am and 3pm 👕 Cover up with light clothing, a hat and sunglasses 💧 Stay hydrated

On the 29 April, we brought together over 120 colleagues and partners for an engaging and interactive event to mark the next phase of our work across the system. Read more about the event here and access the latest strategy documents: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/news/north-e...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 55: Launching our Artificial Intelligence Strategy. Have a listen:

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 54: Launching our Workforce Strategy. Have a listen:

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 56: Launching our Health Inequalities Strategy. Have a listen:

At Rainham Parish Church today in Havering with Age UK to talk about cancer screening, signs & symptoms and support for people living with cancer. Thanks to everyone for organising! These events help us reach our local communities and build relationships with local organisations

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 53: Breaking cancer news - April 2026. Have a listen:

In this episode of Taking Control of Cancer, Steve Bland is joined by Mark Guymer, CEO of Cancer Support UK, and Sarita Yaganti, to explore what going back to work really looks like after a cancer diagnosis, and how both employees and employers can make the process healthier, kinder and successful.

👉 Our Gypsy, Roma and Traveller engagement project has been selected as a regional champion in the 'Improving Health Outcomes' category for this year's #NHSExcellenceAwards 👏 There were over 2,500 entries for the awards this year, so this is an excellent achievement.

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 52: Returning to work after cancer. Have a listen:

🚨 Urgent - register for your free place - don't miss out! 👉 Join this free NHS cancer educational session to explore Challenges of Career Progression 👀 bit.ly/4mfVaNO These sessions are open to all healthcare professionals with an interest in cancer, or those working as nurses and AHPs in cancer.

A patient at Barts Health NHS Trust is the first in the NHS to have lung cancer surgery using the newest robotic surgical technology. Read more: www.bartshealth.nhs.uk/news/nhs-fir...

This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, find out what happens if you need any further tests following your bowel screening results. Clare McGeady from the bowel screening service provides comforting advice about what a colonoscopy is, what it is looking for and why you might need one

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 51: Developing a world-class workforce strategy. Have a listen:

April is bowel cancer awareness month. Bowel screening saves lives, but many people are unsure of what it involves or why it’s so important. Listen to our special episode of Taking Control of Cancer, where we go back to basics to explain what bowel screening is, who can get it, and how it works.

The NHS has opened the booking system today, 7 April 2026, for those eligible to book a Spring COVID-19 booster vaccination. Read more: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/news/covid-1...

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 50: Harnessing AI to improve cancer outcomes in North East London. Have a listen:

Do you experience heartburn, indigestion, or acid reflux? If you are aged between 55-79, you can enrol in minutes to a free, pioneering research programme at www.heartburnhealth.org

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 49: Breaking cancer news - March 2026. Have a listen:

Thank you to all involved in making today's event at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust such a success for #NationalCancerCNSDay Read more: www.nelcanceralliance.nhs.uk/news/nationa...

👉 Happy National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Day! "Let's carry on supporting each other. It's a difficult role, but it's a very, very rewarding role at the same time." Marisa Lima, Advanced Nurse practitioner from Barts Health NHS Trust, has a message for all Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists.

Here is part 2 of our special podcast double-header for #NationalCancerCNSDay In this episode, host Steve Bland is joined by international nurses Angelie Pol, Kristine Mangaliag, and Robbie Castro from Barts Health NHS Trust.

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 48: Caring across borders - sharing the journeys of international cancer nurses. Have a listen:

🥳 Happy #NationalCancerCNSDay We have a special podcast double-header! Part 1 - host Steve Bland chats to Kate Williams and Rani Petros, a CNS for Barts Health, to delve into an exciting new pilot project that aims to transform the future of cancer nursing

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 47: Strengthening cancer nursing across London. Have a listen:

👀 Look out for a podcast special double-header! Monday 16 March is National Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist Day and we have an extra special couple of episodes featuring some of our amazing local CNSs #NationalCancerCNSDay

📣 Latest podcast out now! 'Listening to communities' is all about shaping a cancer inequalities strategy for cancer patients in north east London 👉 Listen now: Spotify: bit.ly/415JzXL Apple: bit.ly/4lsrGMm Amazon: bit.ly/4s5QLiy YouTube: bit.ly/3PgaA8h

🚨 Urgent - last chance to register - don't miss out! 👉 Join this free NHS educational session to explore #LynchSyndrome and setting up nurse-led clinics ✔️ CPD certificate ✔️ Practical takeaways 💻 Online | 🕘 9–10am | 📅 16 March 🔗 Sign up now bit.ly/49t9rkc

Interesting innovations and thought-provoking panel discussions at this year's HSJ Cancer Forum, following the launch of the NHS National Cancer Plan. We attended to learn best practice from across the country, catch up with colleagues, and network with partners.

Back in Romford at the Mercury Shopping Centre in the London Borough of Havering with the Live Well Havering team. Another fantastic event, speaking to 43 residents to raise awareness of cancer signs & symptoms, encourage uptake of screening and providing information on cancer services.

🎙️ Just published a new episode of Taking Control of Cancer: Episode 46: Listening to our communities. Have a listen: