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In our upcoming bonus episode with NHS Wales, Dr Elaine Hampton, GP facilitator in cancer services in North Wales, joins Sarah and Rebecca in our brand-new studio to discuss cancer in rural populations.

Out everywhere Tuesday🎧

@GatewayC Resource Cervical screening detects most cases of cervical cancers and HPV related changes, but declining participation across the UK highlights the need for clinicians to recognise key signs and symptoms of c...

It's #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek 📅

Cervical screening detects most cases of cervical cancers and HPV related changes, but declining participation across the UK highlights the need for clinicians to recognise key signs and symptoms of cervical cancer.

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@GatewayC Resource Given the potential symptom overlap between HIV and cancer, a strong focus on ruling out cancer may inadvertently delay an HIV diagnosis, increasing the risk of more advanced disease.

Cancer or HIV?

HIV and certain cancers can present with similar symptoms. Given the potential symptom overlap, a strong focus on ruling out cancer may inadvertently delay an HIV diagnosis, increasing the risk of more advanced disease. ­

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Exciting news! GatewayC and Gas Mark 8 are finalists for the HSJ Partnership Awards – recognising excellence in NHS collaboration and innovation.

Winners revealed in March.

#hsjpartnershipawards #NHS

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Why it is still important to carry out a cancer care review: treatment complications Key takeaways: Cancer treatment can be classified into three main types: surgery, radiotherapy and SACT. Patients often under-report treatment side effects, making cancer care reviews key to identifyi...

People with ALK+ #lungcancer often aren’t told they can ask their GP for a Cancer Care Review.

@gatewayc.bsky.social highlights how side effects like neuropathy, weight changes & long-term bone or heart issues can be missed unless someone checks in.

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#LCSM

NHS hospitals to test AI tool that helps diagnose and treat prostate cancer Three-year study will test biopsy analysis tool shown in trials to identify men likely to benefit from certain drugs

University of Oxford, @ox.ac.uk, researchers are using AI to assess how likely a man's #ProstateCancer is to respond to treatment. The technology analyses biopsy images to predict how aggressive a cancer might be and how it could develop over time.

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Genetics in primary care Dr Jude Hayward, GPwSI in Genetics, joins GPs Rebecca and Sarah to break down the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care.

🗣️"...we should be seeking advice about that family history"

Tune into our new #GPsTalkCancer podcast episode where Dr Jude Hayward, GP and GPwSI in Genetics, joins our GP hosts to discuss the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care.

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@GatewayC Resource Approximately 1 in 5 women will experience breast cancer recurrence. The potential for metastasis and recurrence varies depending on the specific type of breast cancer.

The potential for metastasis and recurrence varies depending on the specific type of breast cancer. Invasive breast cancer is the most common form, followed by invasive lobular breast cancer.

Read our new Cancer Key to learn more⬇️📰
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How can we spot secondary breast cancer and why is it important?🔎

Approximately 1 in 5 women will experience breast cancer recurrence. During this week of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting how to recognise and manage the key symptoms of secondary breast cancer.

@GatewayC Resource Breast pain alone is rarely a symptom of breast cancer, but the role of primary care is to manage patient anxiety and identify cases that warrant further investigation.

Although breast pain alone is rarely a symptom of breast cancer, the role of primary care is to manage patient anxiety, provide accurate assessment and reassurance, and identify cases that warrant further investigation.

Read our Cancer Key⬇️
link.gatewayc.org.uk/breastpainckb

#BreastPain

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth🎗️

Our latest Cancer Key asks: Is breast pain a symptom of breast cancer?

Around 70% of women experience breast pain at some point, yet the incidence of breast cancer in patients presenting with pain alone is reported to be less than 1%.

Genius gut Dr. Emily Leeming, dietician and author of Genius Gut, discusses the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing.

The episode tackles common misconceptions around “food as medicine” as Emily highlights simple, effective nutrition advice that GPs can share during time-limited consultations.

Available now wherever you get your pods 🎧
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#GutHealth #GeniusGut #GutMicrobiome

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🗣️“I really don’t like talking about food as medicine because I think it can actually be really problematic.”

Dr Emily Leeming, gut health researcher and Genius Gut author, discusses the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing in a new #GPsTalkCancer podcast episode.

Urological cancers

Knowing the initial presentations and risk factors of urological cancers is crucial for early diagnosis. Access further insights and advice from secondary care specialists, GPs and patients in this new course.

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link.gatewayc.org.uk/urologicalb

#urologicalcancer

🗣️ “26% of patients with visible haematuria had some sort of urological malignancy”

In our new urological cancer course, Urologist Mr Sotonye Tolofari shares that urological cancers are often asymptomatic, but haematuria is the most common sign of bladder cancer and should be taken seriously.

Tennis legend Bjorn Borg has shared he has been diagnosed with extremely aggressive prostate cancer.

Listen to our dedicated podcast episode on this topic, where our GP Leads cover practical tips for earlier identification and referral.

link.gatewayc.org.uk/prostatepod

#ProstateCancer

Suzanne suggests where GPs should examine when checking for lumps on a patient, particularly the neck, axilla and groin, and provides clear safety-netting language to help patients understand when they should present with any lumps.

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"...peas, grapes and satsumas!" 🫛

Series three of #GPsTalkCancer is back with a new episode! Dr Suzanne Roberts, Consultant Haematologist, joins our GP Leads to discuss the common presentations and key investigations of leukaemia and lymphoma this #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth.

We have produced 14 short videos to summarise the key changes made to each guideline, starting with:

✅ Brain and central nervous system cancers
✅ Breast cancer
✅ Lung and plural cancers

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Find out more:
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Key updates from the most recent clinical review of the Scottish Referral Guidelines for Suspected Cancer 📋

The guidelines support GPs and primary care clinicians in correctly identifying and appropriately referring patients who have potential symptoms of cancer and require urgent assessment.

It is therefore important to determine when visible or non-visible haematuria should prompt further investigation.

Discover more insights on the symptoms of urological cancers with our new course 💡
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#haematuria #urologicalcancers

@GatewayC Resource Recent research indicates that 26% of patients presenting with visible haematuria are diagnosed with a urological malignancy. Learn when haematuria should prompt further investigation.

How can GPs manage haematuria in cases of suspected bladder or kidney cancer?

Haematuria is often a misleading symptom which is commonly attributed to benign conditions like UTIs, but 26% of patients presenting with visible haematuria are diagnosed with a urological malignancy.

Miss Clare Garnsey will provide primary care professionals with practical advice on spotting symptoms, identifying which patients are most at risk, managing breast pain, diagnosing metastatic disease and more.

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#primarycarewebinar

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Looking to gain clinical insights on breast cancer, direct from a secondary care specialist? 💡

We are partnering with FourteenFish to host a free webinar on breast cancer with speaker Miss Clare Garnsey, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon.

📅Tuesday 7 October 2025, 1 – 2pm

FourteenFish We have partnered with FourteenFish, the trusted appraisal and revalidation platform used by over 85% of GPs in England.

Upcoming dates:

📅 7 Oct: Breast cancer
📅 2 Dec: Lung cancer
📅 13 Jan: Head and neck cancer
📅 2 Feb: Lower GI cancer
📅 3 Mar: Blood cancers
📅 3 Mar: Haematuria

Explore the series and register your place today⬇️
link.gatewayc.org.uk/ffwebinarssb

#earlydiagnosis #cancercare

Free primary care webinar series coming soon!💻

We’re hosting a series of six webinars with FourteenFish to support primary care professionals with early cancer diagnosis. Our specialist speakers will share their expert insights on a range of cancer types, followed by a Q&A.

#primarycarewebinars

@GatewayC Resource Late diagnosis has a major impact on survival, so it is important to understand the reasons for the delayed diagnosis in women and recognise bladder cancer signs earlier.

Late diagnosis has a major impact on survival and 10-year survival rates for bladder cancer are often higher in men than in women. It is important to understand the reasons for the delayed diagnosis in women to support timely referral.

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Women with bladder cancer are more likely to experience late diagnosis, with 24% presenting through emergency admission compared with 16% of men 🏥

This #UrologicalCancerAwarenessMonth in September, we’re helping you to detect bladder cancer in women earlier with our latest Cancer Key.

@GatewayC Resource Childhood cancer can often present with symptoms similar to common, non-serious illnesses, but what are the key signs and symptoms that should prompt further investigation?

‼️Childhood cancer can present with symptoms similar to common, non-serious illnesses, but persistent, unexplained or worsening symptoms should raise concern, prompting clinicians to maintain a low threshold for investigations or referral.

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link.gatewayc.org.uk/paedsckb