East Midlands Cancer Alliance

18/06/2026

🔍 Early diagnosis can save lives 💙
Myeloma may be less common, but knowing the signs and when to seek help is vital. If something doesn’t feel right, don’t wait. Getting support early could make all the difference.

That's why Myeloma UK have developed a symptom translator, to support you when talking about any worrying symptoms with your doctor:https://www.myeloma.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Myeloma-UK-Myeloma-Symptom-Translator.pdf

Listen to your body. Act early. It could save your life.

17/06/2026

🩸 Myeloma is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells.
You’re not alone: support, information and guidance are available through Blood Cancer UK and Myeloma UK 💙
Share this post and together, we can help more people

17/06/2026

🧠💪 It's Men's Health Awareness Week!
Men’s health matters: physically and mentally.
This week, take a moment to check in with the men in your life. A simple “How are you really doing?” can go a long way.
Because when we talk, we heal.

16/06/2026

💙 New resources to support people with learning disabilities and cancer awareness 💙🎥

This Learning Disabilities Awareness Week, we are proud to share collaboration between ARCH and Belper PCNs to create a fantastic series of videos to help patients with learning disabilities better understand cancer and screening.

🤝 Developed with the financial backing from us here at the East Midlands Cancer Alliance, and support from partners including Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Derbyshire County Council, The Robin Cancer Trust, and Amber Valley Borough Council, alongside Learning Disability Representatives.

📽️ Topics include:
✅ Breast, cervical, testicular, ovarian & bowel cancer
✅ Cancer screening
✅ A powerful lived experience story: Matthew’s Mum

These accessible videos are an invaluable resource, so please share with your networks 📢
🎥 Access all the videos on the ARCH and Belper PCN YouTube Channel:
https://youtu.be/bE7qu8tHTCY?si=guTK1p2FXLkrRcXB

Listen to Matthews experience of his mums breast cancer diagnosis a...

16/06/2026

💬 This Men’s Health Awareness Week, let’s break the stigma around men’s physical and mental health 💙
Whether you’re checking in on a friend, a brother, or yourself, every conversation counts 🤝
Don’t forget to share this to keep the conversation going 🔄✨
Together, we can build a healthier future where more people survive cancer 🌱

Mates in Mind

15/06/2026

🔬 Cancer Prevention Action Week 2026 starts today!
This year’s theme, Science Not Fiction, is all about cutting through the noise and focusing on what really matters 💡

There’s so much health advice online, and not all of it is accurate. This week, we’re helping you look beyond the headlines, trends and quick fixes, and feel confident choosing trusted, evidence-based information ✅

💬 Let’s work together to:
✔️ Share reliable advice
✔️ Support each other to make informed choices
✔️ Focus on what really helps reduce cancer risk

Because when it comes to cancer prevention, facts really do matter
🤝 Join us, spread the word, and make informed choices for your health

World Cancer Research Fund

15/06/2026

🚨 Did you know?
25% of myeloma cases take over 10 months to diagnose, and over 30% are only found in an emergency.
Knowing the symptoms can make all the difference.
👉 Earlier diagnosis = better outcomes. Share this post and together, we can help more people survive myeloma.

Blood Cancer UK Myeloma UK

12/06/2026

🛒🚿 Keep an eye on your body, even while you shop.
Morrisons has teamed up with the NHS to add important cancer awareness messages to its own-brand bath and shower products. 💙

Look out for signs like lumps, swelling, skin changes or unexplained bruising, and speak to your GP if something doesn’t feel right.
Now available in selected stores and online.

👉 Read more about this innovative partnership: https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/05/nhs-and-morrisons-put-cancer-warning-signs-in-the-shower/

10/06/2026

💬 Share your experience to help improve cancer support
People affected by anogenital cancers are being invited to take part in an important research project led by the University of Leicester, working with NHS partners across the East Midlands.
By hearing directly from patients, carers and families, this study will help shape more inclusive, compassionate and person-centred support services ❤️

💡 Why it matters
Anogenital cancers (including pe**le, a**l, cervical, vaginal and vulval) can bring additional challenges such as stigma, unmet information needs and difficulty accessing support. Your voice can help change that.

🕒 What’s involved?
👉 A confidential 60-minute interview
👉 Take part in person, by phone or online
👉 £50 voucher as a thank you

👥 Who can take part?
✅ People living with or diagnosed with anogenital cancer
✅ Carers
✅ Family members

📩 Get involved
Interested or want to know more? Contact Aleksandra Jakubowska:
📧 [email protected]
👉 Please share with your networks to help reach those who can contribute.

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust - ULHT

10/06/2026