Michelle Mitchell
@michellecruk.bsky.social
Chief Executive at Cancer Research UK @cancerresearchuk.org
Last year, 74,000 people in England didn't start their cancer treatment on time – more than enough people on a match day to fill West Ham’s stadium, where yesterday I joined ambassadors, colleagues & Dame Deborah James’s father Alistair to highlight the urgent need for change #TurningPointForCancer
October 17, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Last year, 74,000 people in England didn't start their cancer treatment on time – more than enough people on a match day to fill West Ham’s stadium, where yesterday I joined ambassadors, colleagues & Dame Deborah James’s father Alistair to highlight the urgent need for change #TurningPointForCancer
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a wonderful reception at 11 Downing Street with some of our valued supporters and friends, where we shared our thanks for their generous support for our More Research, Less Cancer campaign so far.
September 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a wonderful reception at 11 Downing Street with some of our valued supporters and friends, where we shared our thanks for their generous support for our More Research, Less Cancer campaign so far.
I’m incredibly grateful to HSBC UK for its longstanding support of @cancerresearchuk.org. Today, I want to thank their CEO, Ian and everyone at HSBC UK for another generous donation which will help us fund more vital research so that more people can have precious time with their loved ones.
August 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
I’m incredibly grateful to HSBC UK for its longstanding support of @cancerresearchuk.org. Today, I want to thank their CEO, Ian and everyone at HSBC UK for another generous donation which will help us fund more vital research so that more people can have precious time with their loved ones.
Today I joined the Cancer Awareness Roadshow in Brixton to speak with the nurses. Our roadshows play an important role in taking potentially life-saving cancer information into the heart of communities, engaging and empowering people to take positive action with their health.
August 20, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Today I joined the Cancer Awareness Roadshow in Brixton to speak with the nurses. Our roadshows play an important role in taking potentially life-saving cancer information into the heart of communities, engaging and empowering people to take positive action with their health.
It was a real pleasure to attend the Cancer Research Horizons Innovation Awards ceremony and meet the rising stars in the world of cancer research, and celebrate together.
Congratulations to all of the winners and shortlisted nominees!
Congratulations to all of the winners and shortlisted nominees!
July 11, 2025 at 2:17 PM
It was a real pleasure to attend the Cancer Research Horizons Innovation Awards ceremony and meet the rising stars in the world of cancer research, and celebrate together.
Congratulations to all of the winners and shortlisted nominees!
Congratulations to all of the winners and shortlisted nominees!
Delighted to be invited to speak alongside Alistair James this morning on BBC Breakfast about how we're continuing the incredible legacy of his daughter Dame Deborah through the Bowelbabe Fund for @cancerresearchuk.org and what we want to see included in the National Cancer Plan for England.
June 23, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Delighted to be invited to speak alongside Alistair James this morning on BBC Breakfast about how we're continuing the incredible legacy of his daughter Dame Deborah through the Bowelbabe Fund for @cancerresearchuk.org and what we want to see included in the National Cancer Plan for England.
Just a sneak peek of something coming soon... #ThePlacesWellGoMarketingShow 👀🎙
June 10, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Just a sneak peek of something coming soon... #ThePlacesWellGoMarketingShow 👀🎙
Instead of taking part running, last night I was an events volunteer, supporting and cheering on everyone who turned up to take part in Race for Life Battersea.
It was amazing to see so many of you having fun with friends and loved ones, while supporting our life-saving research 💟
It was amazing to see so many of you having fun with friends and loved ones, while supporting our life-saving research 💟
June 5, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Instead of taking part running, last night I was an events volunteer, supporting and cheering on everyone who turned up to take part in Race for Life Battersea.
It was amazing to see so many of you having fun with friends and loved ones, while supporting our life-saving research 💟
It was amazing to see so many of you having fun with friends and loved ones, while supporting our life-saving research 💟
Following a meeting last week with leaders from Tesco, @thebhf.bsky.social and @diabetesuk.bsky.social, we’ve written to @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social calling on the UK Government to restrict the promotion of unhealthy food and drink, and introduce mandatory reporting on healthy food sales.
May 30, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Following a meeting last week with leaders from Tesco, @thebhf.bsky.social and @diabetesuk.bsky.social, we’ve written to @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social calling on the UK Government to restrict the promotion of unhealthy food and drink, and introduce mandatory reporting on healthy food sales.
Fantastic news that yesterday's 17th annual Foreign Sisters lunch raised more than £600,000. Huge thanks to sponsor
Celine, guest speaker the Duchess of York and all who contributed in support of the rising stars of scientific research through our Future Leaders programme.
Celine, guest speaker the Duchess of York and all who contributed in support of the rising stars of scientific research through our Future Leaders programme.
May 9, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Fantastic news that yesterday's 17th annual Foreign Sisters lunch raised more than £600,000. Huge thanks to sponsor
Celine, guest speaker the Duchess of York and all who contributed in support of the rising stars of scientific research through our Future Leaders programme.
Celine, guest speaker the Duchess of York and all who contributed in support of the rising stars of scientific research through our Future Leaders programme.
Yesterday we launched a campaign in Wales to encourage people to contact their GP if they spot lung cancer symptoms. It was inspiring to meet Branwen, who was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018 after seeking help. Early detection saves lives - if you spot symptoms that are unusual, speak to your GP.
May 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Yesterday we launched a campaign in Wales to encourage people to contact their GP if they spot lung cancer symptoms. It was inspiring to meet Branwen, who was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018 after seeking help. Early detection saves lives - if you spot symptoms that are unusual, speak to your GP.
I was honoured to speak to Wales @cancerresearchuk.org Campaigns Ambassadors and hear their cancer experiences. Our Campaigns Ambassadors work tirelessly to ensure people live longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. Thank you for your tireless dedication and determination.
May 1, 2025 at 2:44 PM
I was honoured to speak to Wales @cancerresearchuk.org Campaigns Ambassadors and hear their cancer experiences. Our Campaigns Ambassadors work tirelessly to ensure people live longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. Thank you for your tireless dedication and determination.
I spoke to @itvnews.bsky.social about the positive impact King Charles has had in raising awareness through sharing his cancer experience with the nation.
May 1, 2025 at 9:26 AM
I spoke to @itvnews.bsky.social about the positive impact King Charles has had in raising awareness through sharing his cancer experience with the nation.
What a fantastic day and atmosphere! Congratulations to everyone who took part in the #LondonMarathon yesterday. I was happy to attend and cheer everyone on - a special thanks to those running to support our lifesaving cancer research.
April 28, 2025 at 8:13 AM
What a fantastic day and atmosphere! Congratulations to everyone who took part in the #LondonMarathon yesterday. I was happy to attend and cheer everyone on - a special thanks to those running to support our lifesaving cancer research.
Good luck and thank you to everyone taking part in the #LondonMarathon today for @cancerresearchuk.org.
Special shout out to my fellow podcasters Benjamin, Sarah, Emma and Steve who are running for #TeamBowelbabe in support of life saving research for bowel cancer 💜
Special shout out to my fellow podcasters Benjamin, Sarah, Emma and Steve who are running for #TeamBowelbabe in support of life saving research for bowel cancer 💜
April 27, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Good luck and thank you to everyone taking part in the #LondonMarathon today for @cancerresearchuk.org.
Special shout out to my fellow podcasters Benjamin, Sarah, Emma and Steve who are running for #TeamBowelbabe in support of life saving research for bowel cancer 💜
Special shout out to my fellow podcasters Benjamin, Sarah, Emma and Steve who are running for #TeamBowelbabe in support of life saving research for bowel cancer 💜
It’s #FootballShirtFriday so I'm wearing an old school @lfcr.bsky.social footie shirt in support of the Bobby Moore Fund ⚽️ Wear your favourite shirt, share a photo and donate to help tackle bowel cancer.
April 25, 2025 at 8:12 AM
It’s #FootballShirtFriday so I'm wearing an old school @lfcr.bsky.social footie shirt in support of the Bobby Moore Fund ⚽️ Wear your favourite shirt, share a photo and donate to help tackle bowel cancer.
I had the pleasure of welcoming the Health & Social Care Secretary @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social to the Bowelbabe Laboratory at @crick.ac.uk. It was inspiring to showcase the ground-breaking research being conducted in honour of Dame Deborah James, whose legacy thrives through the Bowelbabe Fund.
April 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
I had the pleasure of welcoming the Health & Social Care Secretary @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social to the Bowelbabe Laboratory at @crick.ac.uk. It was inspiring to showcase the ground-breaking research being conducted in honour of Dame Deborah James, whose legacy thrives through the Bowelbabe Fund.
I had a fantastic time as a guest on the latest episode of #TheDrHilaryShow, alongside the inspirational Adele Roberts, for #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. You can listen in wherever you get your podcasts, or watch the episode here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0uV...
April 23, 2025 at 9:54 AM
I had a fantastic time as a guest on the latest episode of #TheDrHilaryShow, alongside the inspirational Adele Roberts, for #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. You can listen in wherever you get your podcasts, or watch the episode here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0uV...
Delivered to my office today: @lizoriordan.bsky.social's new book! Liz has supported @cancerresearchuk.org's work for a number of years and I’m looking forward to having a read.
April 16, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Delivered to my office today: @lizoriordan.bsky.social's new book! Liz has supported @cancerresearchuk.org's work for a number of years and I’m looking forward to having a read.
I enjoyed hosting a special episode of the #ThatCancerConversation about Dame Deborah James & the Bowelbabe Fund. Dame Deborah was a great friend who raised awareness of bowel cancer & the importance of early diagnosis. Proud to continue her legacy through the Fund 💜
April 15, 2025 at 1:38 PM
I enjoyed hosting a special episode of the #ThatCancerConversation about Dame Deborah James & the Bowelbabe Fund. Dame Deborah was a great friend who raised awareness of bowel cancer & the importance of early diagnosis. Proud to continue her legacy through the Fund 💜
Last night @itvnews.bsky.social broadcast a programme on the rising number of young people being diagnosed with bowel cancer. A great opportunity to discuss this worrying trend & how more research is needed to uncover causes of early onset cancers so we can help develop strategies to prevent them.
April 4, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Last night @itvnews.bsky.social broadcast a programme on the rising number of young people being diagnosed with bowel cancer. A great opportunity to discuss this worrying trend & how more research is needed to uncover causes of early onset cancers so we can help develop strategies to prevent them.
A brilliant day at @cruk-si.bsky.social today with Scotland’s First Minister @johnswinney.bsky.social , Iain Foulkes and Owen Sansom! It was great to meet with some of our amazing volunteers and researchers, and hear about all the incredible science that’s going on in Scotland.
March 31, 2025 at 3:45 PM
A brilliant day at @cruk-si.bsky.social today with Scotland’s First Minister @johnswinney.bsky.social , Iain Foulkes and Owen Sansom! It was great to meet with some of our amazing volunteers and researchers, and hear about all the incredible science that’s going on in Scotland.
The song I chose for the #PlaysForLife playlist reminds me that even in the darkest of times it’s important to stay strong, positive and create a sense of togetherness. I’ve chosen my song – now it’s your turn 🎵👉 cruk.ink/4j3Ha6S
March 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The song I chose for the #PlaysForLife playlist reminds me that even in the darkest of times it’s important to stay strong, positive and create a sense of togetherness. I’ve chosen my song – now it’s your turn 🎵👉 cruk.ink/4j3Ha6S