Action Bladder Cancer UK
@abcuk.bsky.social
The UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with bladder cancer.
Joining a patient support group can give you the opportunity to talk to other patients who have already experienced a treatment or operation that you are about to have.
Find your local support group on our website here: actionbladdercanceruk.org/support-grou...
#bladdercancer #patientsupport
Find your local support group on our website here: actionbladdercanceruk.org/support-grou...
#bladdercancer #patientsupport
February 12, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Joining a patient support group can give you the opportunity to talk to other patients who have already experienced a treatment or operation that you are about to have.
Find your local support group on our website here: actionbladdercanceruk.org/support-grou...
#bladdercancer #patientsupport
Find your local support group on our website here: actionbladdercanceruk.org/support-grou...
#bladdercancer #patientsupport
£1,000 would help us deliver awareness activities across the UK, highlighting #bladdercancer at regional and community events throughout the year.
Your support will encourage earlier diagnosis, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
#urology #urologynurse
Your support will encourage earlier diagnosis, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
#urology #urologynurse
February 9, 2026 at 8:37 AM
£1,000 would help us deliver awareness activities across the UK, highlighting #bladdercancer at regional and community events throughout the year.
Your support will encourage earlier diagnosis, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
#urology #urologynurse
Your support will encourage earlier diagnosis, and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
#urology #urologynurse
Bladder cancer survival rates have not improved over the past thirty years, unlike those of many other cancers. Our research grants hope to change this.
Find out more: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#ResearchFunding #CancerResearch #CancerFunding
Find out more: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#ResearchFunding #CancerResearch #CancerFunding
February 6, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Bladder cancer survival rates have not improved over the past thirty years, unlike those of many other cancers. Our research grants hope to change this.
Find out more: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#ResearchFunding #CancerResearch #CancerFunding
Find out more: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#ResearchFunding #CancerResearch #CancerFunding
ABC UK welcomes the new National Cancer Plan. A focus on improving diagnosis & outcomes, personalised care plans, and an emphasis on less common cancers is good to see.
Delivery will be a challenge, but we look forward to benefits for our bladder cancer patients!
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Delivery will be a challenge, but we look forward to benefits for our bladder cancer patients!
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Every cancer patient to get individual support plan
Under the government's National Cancer Plan, every patient will be given a tailored plan covering treatment, mental health, and employment support.
www.gov.uk
February 4, 2026 at 1:59 PM
ABC UK welcomes the new National Cancer Plan. A focus on improving diagnosis & outcomes, personalised care plans, and an emphasis on less common cancers is good to see.
Delivery will be a challenge, but we look forward to benefits for our bladder cancer patients!
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Delivery will be a challenge, but we look forward to benefits for our bladder cancer patients!
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Although many non-smokers develop bladder cancer, smoking greatly increases a person’s risk of developing it. The poisons in cigarette smoke leave the body in urine.
And because urine is held in the bladder for some time before you pass it, the bladder is exposed to high levels of these poisons.
And because urine is held in the bladder for some time before you pass it, the bladder is exposed to high levels of these poisons.
February 4, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Although many non-smokers develop bladder cancer, smoking greatly increases a person’s risk of developing it. The poisons in cigarette smoke leave the body in urine.
And because urine is held in the bladder for some time before you pass it, the bladder is exposed to high levels of these poisons.
And because urine is held in the bladder for some time before you pass it, the bladder is exposed to high levels of these poisons.
New Patient Story: Bobbi’s Journey with #BladderCancer
Bobbi was just 42 years old when she was diagnosed with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (T1 G2) after months of symptoms she never suspected could be #cancer
Read Bobbi’s story here:
actionbladdercanceruk.org/blog/article...
Bobbi was just 42 years old when she was diagnosed with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (T1 G2) after months of symptoms she never suspected could be #cancer
Read Bobbi’s story here:
actionbladdercanceruk.org/blog/article...
February 2, 2026 at 8:37 AM
New Patient Story: Bobbi’s Journey with #BladderCancer
Bobbi was just 42 years old when she was diagnosed with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (T1 G2) after months of symptoms she never suspected could be #cancer
Read Bobbi’s story here:
actionbladdercanceruk.org/blog/article...
Bobbi was just 42 years old when she was diagnosed with high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (T1 G2) after months of symptoms she never suspected could be #cancer
Read Bobbi’s story here:
actionbladdercanceruk.org/blog/article...
LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE - LONDON LANDMARKS HALF MARATHON 2026 🏃
By running for ABC UK, you’ll be:
✨ Raising vital awareness
✨ Funding research and support
✨ Making a real difference to lives
Sign up now by emailing: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#BladderCancer #LLHM26
By running for ABC UK, you’ll be:
✨ Raising vital awareness
✨ Funding research and support
✨ Making a real difference to lives
Sign up now by emailing: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#BladderCancer #LLHM26
January 30, 2026 at 8:37 AM
LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE - LONDON LANDMARKS HALF MARATHON 2026 🏃
By running for ABC UK, you’ll be:
✨ Raising vital awareness
✨ Funding research and support
✨ Making a real difference to lives
Sign up now by emailing: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#BladderCancer #LLHM26
By running for ABC UK, you’ll be:
✨ Raising vital awareness
✨ Funding research and support
✨ Making a real difference to lives
Sign up now by emailing: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#BladderCancer #LLHM26
Do you have an innovative idea to improve support or clinical outcomes for #bladdercancer patients? We provide funding up to £25,000 for those in primary care, urologists, cancer specialists and researchers. Apply by 31 March 2026.
actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#research #cancerresearch
actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#research #cancerresearch
January 28, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Do you have an innovative idea to improve support or clinical outcomes for #bladdercancer patients? We provide funding up to £25,000 for those in primary care, urologists, cancer specialists and researchers. Apply by 31 March 2026.
actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#research #cancerresearch
actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#research #cancerresearch
🗣️ Wolverhampton Patient Support Meeting - February 2nd 🗣️
If you’re affected by bladder cancer, join us on February 2nd for an informative talk on Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, presented by Mr. Gupta.
⏰ Time: 1.30pm til 3.30pm
📍 Location: The Hub, Wolverhampton,WV11 2LH
If you’re affected by bladder cancer, join us on February 2nd for an informative talk on Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, presented by Mr. Gupta.
⏰ Time: 1.30pm til 3.30pm
📍 Location: The Hub, Wolverhampton,WV11 2LH
January 26, 2026 at 8:37 AM
🗣️ Wolverhampton Patient Support Meeting - February 2nd 🗣️
If you’re affected by bladder cancer, join us on February 2nd for an informative talk on Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, presented by Mr. Gupta.
⏰ Time: 1.30pm til 3.30pm
📍 Location: The Hub, Wolverhampton,WV11 2LH
If you’re affected by bladder cancer, join us on February 2nd for an informative talk on Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, presented by Mr. Gupta.
⏰ Time: 1.30pm til 3.30pm
📍 Location: The Hub, Wolverhampton,WV11 2LH
£300 means we can supply a major hospital with #bladdercancer patient information leaflets for a year. We make sure patients have access to clear, up-to-date information to help them navigate their bladder cancer journey with confidence.
Please donate today: www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
Please donate today: www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
January 22, 2026 at 8:37 AM
£300 means we can supply a major hospital with #bladdercancer patient information leaflets for a year. We make sure patients have access to clear, up-to-date information to help them navigate their bladder cancer journey with confidence.
Please donate today: www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
Please donate today: www.justgiving.com/charity/acti...
Places are limited, sign up now!
Join #TeamActionBladderCancerUK whether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your first half marathon, every step you take helps make a difference
Sign up for one of our charity places today: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#LLHM2026 #RunForACause #BladderCancer
Join #TeamActionBladderCancerUK whether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your first half marathon, every step you take helps make a difference
Sign up for one of our charity places today: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#LLHM2026 #RunForACause #BladderCancer
January 12, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Places are limited, sign up now!
Join #TeamActionBladderCancerUK whether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your first half marathon, every step you take helps make a difference
Sign up for one of our charity places today: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#LLHM2026 #RunForACause #BladderCancer
Join #TeamActionBladderCancerUK whether you’re a seasoned runner or taking on your first half marathon, every step you take helps make a difference
Sign up for one of our charity places today: events@actionbladdercanceruk.org
#LLHM2026 #RunForACause #BladderCancer
Do you have a project that could improve bladder cancer outcomes or support patients?
Apply for funding of up to £10,000. Applications are open until 30 March 2026.
#bladdercancer #urologynurse
Apply for funding of up to £10,000. Applications are open until 30 March 2026.
#bladdercancer #urologynurse
January 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Do you have a project that could improve bladder cancer outcomes or support patients?
Apply for funding of up to £10,000. Applications are open until 30 March 2026.
#bladdercancer #urologynurse
Apply for funding of up to £10,000. Applications are open until 30 March 2026.
#bladdercancer #urologynurse
£75 funds attendance at an #ABCUK learning day for one specialist #urologynurse
We cover all nurse expenses to make sure everyone can participate.
Your support makes this possible.
To find out more visit: actionbladdercanceruk.org/nurse-educat... and click on the ‘donate’ button.
#bladdercancer
We cover all nurse expenses to make sure everyone can participate.
Your support makes this possible.
To find out more visit: actionbladdercanceruk.org/nurse-educat... and click on the ‘donate’ button.
#bladdercancer
January 8, 2026 at 8:37 AM
£75 funds attendance at an #ABCUK learning day for one specialist #urologynurse
We cover all nurse expenses to make sure everyone can participate.
Your support makes this possible.
To find out more visit: actionbladdercanceruk.org/nurse-educat... and click on the ‘donate’ button.
#bladdercancer
We cover all nurse expenses to make sure everyone can participate.
Your support makes this possible.
To find out more visit: actionbladdercanceruk.org/nurse-educat... and click on the ‘donate’ button.
#bladdercancer
Grants have been awarded for studying haematuria ward admission, sexual function post cystectomy, the effects of social deprivation on disease characteristics and survival outcomes & much more.
Read about previous projects: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#CancerFunding #BladderCancer
Read about previous projects: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#CancerFunding #BladderCancer
January 6, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Grants have been awarded for studying haematuria ward admission, sexual function post cystectomy, the effects of social deprivation on disease characteristics and survival outcomes & much more.
Read about previous projects: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#CancerFunding #BladderCancer
Read about previous projects: actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-grants/
#CancerFunding #BladderCancer
As the year comes to a close, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to all our incredible fundraisers. Your dedication, creativity, and hard work have made such a difference to those affected by bladder cancer.
#ThankYou #BladderCancerAwareness #Fundraisers #ABCUK #BladderCancer
#ThankYou #BladderCancerAwareness #Fundraisers #ABCUK #BladderCancer
December 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
As the year comes to a close, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to all our incredible fundraisers. Your dedication, creativity, and hard work have made such a difference to those affected by bladder cancer.
#ThankYou #BladderCancerAwareness #Fundraisers #ABCUK #BladderCancer
#ThankYou #BladderCancerAwareness #Fundraisers #ABCUK #BladderCancer
Merry Christmas from Action Bladder Cancer UK! 🎄
Wishing our amazing community a bright, joyful day. Thank you for your strength and support this year, here’s to hope, happiness and health!
#bladdercancer #bladdercancerawareness #merrychristmas
Wishing our amazing community a bright, joyful day. Thank you for your strength and support this year, here’s to hope, happiness and health!
#bladdercancer #bladdercancerawareness #merrychristmas
December 25, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Merry Christmas from Action Bladder Cancer UK! 🎄
Wishing our amazing community a bright, joyful day. Thank you for your strength and support this year, here’s to hope, happiness and health!
#bladdercancer #bladdercancerawareness #merrychristmas
Wishing our amazing community a bright, joyful day. Thank you for your strength and support this year, here’s to hope, happiness and health!
#bladdercancer #bladdercancerawareness #merrychristmas
Too late to send cards? You can still share the spirit of Christmas by sending charity e-cards to loved ones!
www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#DontSendMeACard #Christmas #BladderCancer #ABCUK
www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#DontSendMeACard #Christmas #BladderCancer #ABCUK
December 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Too late to send cards? You can still share the spirit of Christmas by sending charity e-cards to loved ones!
www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#DontSendMeACard #Christmas #BladderCancer #ABCUK
www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#DontSendMeACard #Christmas #BladderCancer #ABCUK
A big thank you to the team from St Barts for taking part in their annual walk for bladder cancer.
Your support helps raise awareness and funds for vital research and patient support — we really appreciate your commitment.
#ActionBladderCancerUK #TeamStBarts #BladderCancerAwareness #ThankYou
Your support helps raise awareness and funds for vital research and patient support — we really appreciate your commitment.
#ActionBladderCancerUK #TeamStBarts #BladderCancerAwareness #ThankYou
December 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM
A big thank you to the team from St Barts for taking part in their annual walk for bladder cancer.
Your support helps raise awareness and funds for vital research and patient support — we really appreciate your commitment.
#ActionBladderCancerUK #TeamStBarts #BladderCancerAwareness #ThankYou
Your support helps raise awareness and funds for vital research and patient support — we really appreciate your commitment.
#ActionBladderCancerUK #TeamStBarts #BladderCancerAwareness #ThankYou
Last week, Di, one of our Action Bladder Cancer UK Patient Support Officers, ran an information and support stall at Whipps Cross Outpatient Department alongside Jess Codling, one of the Urology Nurses.
#BladderCancerAwareness #PatientSupport #WhippsCross #Urology #SupportMatters
#BladderCancerAwareness #PatientSupport #WhippsCross #Urology #SupportMatters
December 8, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Last week, Di, one of our Action Bladder Cancer UK Patient Support Officers, ran an information and support stall at Whipps Cross Outpatient Department alongside Jess Codling, one of the Urology Nurses.
#BladderCancerAwareness #PatientSupport #WhippsCross #Urology #SupportMatters
#BladderCancerAwareness #PatientSupport #WhippsCross #Urology #SupportMatters
UK Govt announces US-UK pharma trade deal tinyurl.com/ye2srfe4
We welcome potential to improve innovative treatments access for #bladdercancer, includes increased NICE QALY threshold to £25,000 – £35,000 & new values to assess health-related quality of life in NICE appraisals.
#ABCUK
We welcome potential to improve innovative treatments access for #bladdercancer, includes increased NICE QALY threshold to £25,000 – £35,000 & new values to assess health-related quality of life in NICE appraisals.
#ABCUK
Landmark UK-US pharmaceuticals deal to safeguard medicines access and drive vital investment for UK patients and businesses
Milestone deal secures UK’s medicines access for patients, with a wide range of groundbreaking new treatments to reach NHS front-line quicker.
tinyurl.com
December 5, 2025 at 8:37 AM
UK Govt announces US-UK pharma trade deal tinyurl.com/ye2srfe4
We welcome potential to improve innovative treatments access for #bladdercancer, includes increased NICE QALY threshold to £25,000 – £35,000 & new values to assess health-related quality of life in NICE appraisals.
#ABCUK
We welcome potential to improve innovative treatments access for #bladdercancer, includes increased NICE QALY threshold to £25,000 – £35,000 & new values to assess health-related quality of life in NICE appraisals.
#ABCUK
Stamp duty is cancelled this year, so send your loved ones a festive e-card and help our charity at the same time.
Head over to www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari... to find out about how you can do more this Christmas.
#StampDutyCancelled #DontSendMeACard #Christmas #eCards #BladderCancer
Head over to www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari... to find out about how you can do more this Christmas.
#StampDutyCancelled #DontSendMeACard #Christmas #eCards #BladderCancer
December 4, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Stamp duty is cancelled this year, so send your loved ones a festive e-card and help our charity at the same time.
Head over to www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari... to find out about how you can do more this Christmas.
#StampDutyCancelled #DontSendMeACard #Christmas #eCards #BladderCancer
Head over to www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari... to find out about how you can do more this Christmas.
#StampDutyCancelled #DontSendMeACard #Christmas #eCards #BladderCancer
Get your score in just 5 minutes. Take the free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz to find where you could make some changes to live a healthier life and receive support and guidance to get going.
Visit: www.nhs.uk/hcquiz
#NHS #BetterHealth #HealthyChoices #BladderCancer
Visit: www.nhs.uk/hcquiz
#NHS #BetterHealth #HealthyChoices #BladderCancer
November 28, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Get your score in just 5 minutes. Take the free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz to find where you could make some changes to live a healthier life and receive support and guidance to get going.
Visit: www.nhs.uk/hcquiz
#NHS #BetterHealth #HealthyChoices #BladderCancer
Visit: www.nhs.uk/hcquiz
#NHS #BetterHealth #HealthyChoices #BladderCancer
Great to meet MPs at today’s Parliamentary drop-in to discuss the key issues facing people with #bladdercancer
Thank you to all the MPs who took the time to stop by, listen & engage with the challenges & changes urgently needed.
#CancerAwareness #Parliament #HealthPolicy #EarlyDiagnosis
Thank you to all the MPs who took the time to stop by, listen & engage with the challenges & changes urgently needed.
#CancerAwareness #Parliament #HealthPolicy #EarlyDiagnosis
November 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Great to meet MPs at today’s Parliamentary drop-in to discuss the key issues facing people with #bladdercancer
Thank you to all the MPs who took the time to stop by, listen & engage with the challenges & changes urgently needed.
#CancerAwareness #Parliament #HealthPolicy #EarlyDiagnosis
Thank you to all the MPs who took the time to stop by, listen & engage with the challenges & changes urgently needed.
#CancerAwareness #Parliament #HealthPolicy #EarlyDiagnosis
Send e-cards with a donation of the cost of cards. It's easier, and helps out Action Bladder Cancer UK!
Try it out, no sign-up required: www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#ChristmasCard #ECard #BladderCancer #Donate
Try it out, no sign-up required: www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#ChristmasCard #ECard #BladderCancer #Donate
November 20, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Send e-cards with a donation of the cost of cards. It's easier, and helps out Action Bladder Cancer UK!
Try it out, no sign-up required: www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#ChristmasCard #ECard #BladderCancer #Donate
Try it out, no sign-up required: www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/chari...
#ChristmasCard #ECard #BladderCancer #Donate