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Patrick McGuire
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Volunteering, fundraising and campaigning for Cancer Research UK. All things Cancer Patient Advocacy - This year's challenge - CRUKBridge2ABetterFuture: https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-2-far-4-cruk
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A huge THANKS to all of you who’ve supported sueduncombe.bskyb.social and me over the years. Total sponsorship (inc gift aid) has now reached £150k for cancerresearch.org “We’ve come too far not to go further, we’ve done too much not to do more!” #TogetherWeAreBeatingCancer
Offer cancer patients exercise on NHS major charity urges www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Offer cancer patients exercise on NHS, major charity urges
Maggie’s says embedding activities such as yoga, tai chi and Nordic walking into care could boost chances of survival
www.theguardian.com
October 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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Our experts would love to know: what are some questions that you have about AI and cancer? 👇🎙️
October 17, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Very proud to be Chair of Cancer Grand Challenges Patient Advocacy panel on this short video announcing the shortlist for the next round of challenges @cancerresearchuk.org @cancergrand.bsky.social www.linkedin.com/posts/cancer...
September 25, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Three in four English hospitals failing to hit two cancer targets in league tables www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Three in four English hospitals failing to hit two cancer targets in league tables
Exclusive: Cancer experts declare ‘national emergency’ as hospitals miss targets on diagnosis and starting treatment
www.theguardian.com
September 15, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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Saturday - final event in our #Bridge2ABetterFuture Challenge for cancerresearchuk.org sueduncombe.bsky.social going solo following my surgery. Please donate to support her final effort fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... @oxfordcancer.bsky.social @crick.ac.uk @cancergrand.bsky.social
September 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Saturday - final event in our #Bridge2ABetterFuture Challenge for cancerresearchuk.org sueduncombe.bsky.social going solo following my surgery. Please donate to support her final effort fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... @oxfordcancer.bsky.social @crick.ac.uk @cancergrand.bsky.social
September 11, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Postcode lottery for new cancer treatments, doctors warn www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Postcode lottery for new cancer treatments, doctors warn
Experts say bureaucracy is
www.bbc.co.uk
September 11, 2025 at 7:10 AM
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'This study gives vital insights for clinicians, commissioners, and policymakers aiming to improve early [cancer] diagnosis without overwhelming services.'

Dr. Claire Friedemann Smith @oxprimarycare.bsky.social on new findings published today in @thelancet.com
www.cancer.ox.ac.uk/news/major-s...
New Study Evaluates Effectiveness of Cancer Diagnosis Pathway for Patients with Non-Specific Symptoms
A major UK study, led by researchers at the University of Oxford’s Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, and Oxford Cancer, has provided the most comprehensive analysis to date of a cancer diagnosis pathway for patients presenting with non-specific symptoms (NSS), such as unexplained weight loss or fatigue. These symptoms can indicate a wide range of conditions, from benign diseases to late-stage cancers, making timely and accurate diagnosis a significant challenge in primary care.
www.cancer.ox.ac.uk
September 10, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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Today we publish our Annual Report and Accounts which highlights the significant impact we’re making for those affected by cancer and their loved ones. Read the full report to discover how we’re accelerating progress to outsmart cancer: cruk.ink/42lJFeW
Annual report and accounts 2024/25 | Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK's annual report and accounts for 2024/25 documents some of the progress we’ve made against our objectives we set last year.
cruk.ink
September 8, 2025 at 10:16 AM
The amazing sueduncombe.bsky.social ready to head to the start of #TheBigHalf for our next #Bridge2ABetterFuture challenge for @cancerresearch.org Thanks for all donations fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... #TogetherWeAreBeatingCancer #PastMemoriesFutureHopes
September 7, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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4 days to the challenge sueduncombe.bsky.social has been preparing for all year - #TheBigHalf Whilst I recover from my hernia surgery Sue will be running for both of us, so new sign for her back needed… fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... Thanks for all donations @cancerresearch.org
September 3, 2025 at 9:32 AM
4 days to the challenge sueduncombe.bsky.social has been preparing for all year - #TheBigHalf Whilst I recover from my hernia surgery Sue will be running for both of us, so new sign for her back needed… fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... Thanks for all donations @cancerresearch.org
September 3, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Over six million new cancer cases in England are projected by 2040 – a 14.2% rise in total cases compared to the previous 15-year period. Today we are speaking with #OneCancerVoice to outline six essential tests the upcoming National Cancer Plan for England must meet.
August 27, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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New data suggests that, by 2040, someone will be diagnosed with cancer every two minutes in England. Today we have been in Westminster speaking with #OneCancerVoice, calling on the government to transform cancer outcomes and save lives through an ambitious, fully funded strategy.
August 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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“This is a totally different way of thinking about cancer.”

@sarahblagden.bsky.social, Professor of Experimental Oncology at @oncology.ox.ac.uk speaks to ‪@theipaper.com‬ on the new vaccines and treatments that could stop cancer in its tracks.

inews.co.uk/news/science...
The new vaccines and treatments that could stop cancer in its tracks
The next advances in defeating cancer may come from a surprising place - our own natural defence mechanisms
inews.co.uk
September 1, 2025 at 9:27 AM
1 week to the challenge sueduncombe.bsky.social has been preparing for all year - #TheBigHalf Whilst I recover from my hernia surgery Sue will be running for both of us, so new sign for her back needed… fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... Thanks for all donations @cancerresearch.org
August 31, 2025 at 9:48 AM
There’s a cancer treatment revolution – but Britain is being left behind observer.co.uk/news/opinion...
There’s a cancer treatment revolution but Britain is bein...
The country is an uneven mosaic when it comes to cancer care, but we could learn from Denmark
observer.co.uk
August 31, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Cancer charities call for earlier diagnosis as cases projected to surge in England by 2040 www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Cancer charities call for earlier diagnosis as cases projected to surge in England by 2040
NHS may struggle to cope with more than 6 million predicted new cases over next 15 years, study shows
www.theguardian.com
August 27, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Love this from Humanists UK! #Thatshumanism is the perfect introduction to the humanist approach to life, featuring four animations narrated by Stephen Fry, and brand new posters all about humanism for schools. Have a look for yourself! humanists.uk/thatshumanism/
That's humanism!
We've teamed up with our patron Stephen Fry, to explore humanist ideas about some of life’s big questions in four animated shorts.
humanists.uk
August 26, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds

www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Young vape users three times as likely to start smoking, study finds
Review warns e-cigarettes could act as gateway to smoking and are also linked to higher asthma and other health risks
www.theguardian.com
August 20, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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#Bridge2ABetterFuture Challenge #10 complete with sueduncombe.bsky.social - the @cancerresearch.uk.org Big Hike (Cotswolds). 14 miles over the hills in the heatwave! Big steps bringing big discoveries Thanks for all donations fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... @oxfordcancer.bsky.social
July 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
#Bridge2ABetterFuture Challenge #10 complete with sueduncombe.bsky.social - the @cancerresearch.uk.org Big Hike (Cotswolds). 14 miles over the hills in the heatwave! Big steps bringing big discoveries Thanks for all donations fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-... @oxfordcancer.bsky.social
July 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Successfully completed the GreatRun 10k today with sueduncombe.bsky.social Part of our #CRUKBridge2ABetterFuture challenge in aid of @cancerresearchuk.org Thanks for all donations fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bridge-...
July 6, 2025 at 2:03 PM