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London Cancer Alliances shine a light on oesophageal cancer as cases rise and late diagnosis remains a major concern

February marks Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month, with North Central London Cancer Alliance partnering with other London Alliances and Heartburn Cancer UK to launch a major awareness campaign. This February, we’re shining a spotlight on oesophageal cancer, a disease that continues to rise across the UK and is too often diagnosed at a later stage. North […]

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capsule sponge for testing for Barrett's Oesophagus. Image shows capsule to be swallowed and how it looks once expanded within the stomach

‘Sponge-on-a-string’ cancer test coming to North London high streets

A new ‘sponge-on-a-string’ test will be tried out in the North Central London area to help prevent oesophageal cancer. North Central London Cancer Alliance is working with Cyted Health, community pharmacies, community diagnostic centres, and health innovation specialists, UCLPartners, to pilot the test for people with persistent heartburn or acid reflux.      NHS England has announced

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