Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce

Today marks the start of Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚

Find out more about gastroparesis via the link here: https://ow.ly/2Oeb50WxSOU (🧵1/5)

This year the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers produced a powerful report looking into earlier detection and faster diagnosis. It contains key recommendations to the Government on improving outcomes. To read the full report click here ➡️https://lesssurvivablecancers.org.uk/news/

Only 16% of people diagnosed with some of the less survivable cancers survive beyond 5 years. The #RareCancersBill is a unique opportunity to tackle this and more. We are pleased to have supported this Bill throughout its journey and will continue to do so as it progresses.

Living with a health condition, or caring for someone who does, can be challenging. On #InternationalSelfCareDay, and every day, it's worth remembering that it's OK to take a moment for yourself if you need to.

And remember, we're here for you if you want to talk: ow.ly/EkLp50Wuzhw

The Rare Cancers Bill has passed its third reading in Parliament. 🎉 We will continue to support the Bill as it progresses through the next stages of the legislative process. Read our statement ➡️https://shorturl.at/ZPxth

As mentioned by Gregory Stafford MP, only 16% people diagnosed with some of the less survivable cancers survive beyond 5 years, in comparison to over 55% for more common cancers. The #RareCancersBill is a unique opportunity to improve survival rates.

Big thanks to Gregory Stafford MP for highlighting the importance of the Rare Cancers Bill in improving earlier diagnosis for the less survivable cancers. #RareCancersBill

We thank the Prime Minister for sharing his personal story of supporting his brother through stage four lung cancer. Sharing stories like this helps break the silence and fuels the urgency for action to change the outcomes for people with less survivable cancers.

The Taskforce supports the Rare Cancers Bill. The Bill reaches its 3rd reading in Parliament tomorrow, Friday 12 July and we need at least 40 MPs in Westminster to ensure it progresses.
👉 We are calling on all MPs to attend and support the Bill.

As the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce, we warmly welcome the government's commitment to deliver neighbourhood health services in the most deprived areas of the country, where life expectancy is lowest, and where people often face the greatest barriers to care. #10YearPlan

The Taskforce welcomes news today that an important diagnostic test for oesophageal cancer is going to be piloted for use in pharmacies. Read our recommendations for improving early diagnosis➡️https://shorturl.at/SENvp

For the 90,000 people diagnosed each year with less survivable cancers, the 10-Year Plan’s focus on early diagnosis is welcome, but success will depend on the detail. Read @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social's response as Chair of the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers ➡️ shorturl.at/rhP72

The focus on early diagnosis and detection in the 10-Year Health Plan for England is a welcome step. Now what we really need to see is how this will deliver for people with less survivable cancers in the National Cancer Plan.

See full statement ➡️https://shorturl.at/2ytEr

'Innovator passports’ set to accelerate cutting-edge NHS care New 'innovator passport' will slash red tape so cutting-edge tech can be rolled out across the NHS quicker under the 10 Year Health Plan.

We welcome the introduction of ‘innovator passports’ announced today by the Department of Health and Social Care. Ensuring that innovations in faster diagnosis are adopted by the NHS, in a timely manner, is an essential part of driving improvements in survival for our cancer types. shorturl.at/wQhM4

The Taskforce welcomes the announcement about the roll out of a national lung cancer screening programme in Wales. Earlier detection and faster diagnosis is crucial in saving lives and this programme is a significant step in tackling health inequalities. ➡️https://shorturl.at/lFcPq

The DHSC's announcement that the #10YearPlan will include a commitment to faster, fairer access to clinical trials is a vital step forward. It must reach people with less survivable cancers, where research has long been limited and outcomes remain poor. #CancerResearch

Innovations like this show the potential to shift the dial, but only if paired with urgent investment in earlier detection and faster diagnosis as outlined in the most recent report of the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers.
#LiverCancer #LessSurvivableCancers #NHSInnovation

Liver cancer is one of the six less survivable cancers, with survival rates lagging decades behind more treatable cancers. This innovation could mean faster recovery, fewer complications, and critically - new hope for a disease where only 15% of UK patients survive 5 years.

New ultrasound forecast to cut Addenbrooke's treatment times NHS patients could be treated using the non-invasive device by this summer.

The Taskforce welcomes today’s announcement that NHS patients will be the first in Europe to access histotripsy, a non-invasive treatment for liver cancer.
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I’m proud to support the @lesssurvivable.bsky.social APPG’s report on how the Govt can detect the deadliest cancers earlier and faster.

Early detection saves lives, and should be an important part of the National Cancer Plan.

I encourage the Govt to take the report's recommendations forward.

People diagnosed with less survivable cancers face a 5 year survival rate of just 16% and late diagnosis is a key reason for this. The National Cancer Plan offers a chance to change this. The APPG sets out 12 steps to boost faster diagnosis and save lives: shorturl.at/F82fk

Cancer death rates down more than 20% in last 50 years but cases rising – report Cancer Research UK warned that, despite improvement in overall survival, many more people are being diagnosed with cancer compared with 50 years ago.

Thank you to @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social for her support in the delivery of the inquiry, as she mentions, this is a "crucial moment for transforming patient outcomes and accelerating survival rates for the less survivable cancers".
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Great to see the APPG Inquiry report featured in the media. Earlier detection and faster diagnosis are critical for improving people's access to treatment and ultimately their chance of survival.
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A huge thank you to all of our expert witnesses and those who submitted written evidence as part of our inquiry. Your invaluable expertise and thoughtful insights shaped our recommendations.

🚨NEW REPORT🚨The Less Survivable Cancers APPG has just launched its inquiry report on earlier detection and faster diagnosis! We're calling on the Government to take decisive action to transform patient outcomes and accelerate survival rates. Read here ➡️https://shorturl.at/29vPH

NHS offers ‘revolutionary’ blood test for cancer in world first ‘Liquid biopsies’ will be made available to lung and advanced breast cancer patients in England, speeding up access to targeted therapies

“As we advocate for increased awareness and focus on the less survivable cancers, we are encouraged by the launch of this advancement that represents a significant leap in lung cancer care.” Alfie Bailey-Bearfield, Chair of the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce.
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New rapid brain tumour test a game changer, experts say Scientists say the new method can diagnose the exact type of tumour within hours, rather than weeks.

Great news about a new test that reduces diagnosis time for certain types of brain tumour. This highlights the importance of continued research to improve earlier diagnosis and faster detection for the less survivable cancers.
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The final Lung Health Check evaluation is clear: targeted lung screening works in Wales. With strong evidence now in place, we urge the Cabinet Secretary to back a phased roll-out. A vital step toward fairer, faster cancer care. #LungHealthCheck #Wales

Yesterday the APPG on Less Survivable Cancers held a spotlight session on 'Unlocking Innovation: Promoting a Research-Friendly Environment.' Thanks to chair @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social and vice-chair Charlie Maynard and all the members and experts who attended for their valuable contributions.

The APPG on Less Survivable Cancers met last week. Big thanks to all attendees and @paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social for chairing the meeting.

You can now make a written submission to contribute to the mini-inquiry into early detection and faster diagnosis. Find out more 👉 shorturl.at/Otm6v