Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance

Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance We work to help reduce the risk of people developing cancer, and to improve survival outcomes and experiences for those who do go on to develop cancer.

We work collaboratively to help people get diagnosed earlier, provide better treatment and support.

Blood in your p*e can be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer in both men and women. And any shade of red could be a warni...
04/09/2026

Blood in your p*e can be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer in both men and women. And any shade of red could be a warning sign – so don’t wait for bright red. Because the sooner we spot cancer, the easier it is to treat. If there’s blood in your p*e, call your GP.

04/09/2026

Our mobile roadshow is outside Tesco in Pendleton until 3:30pm, helping people about the early signs and symptoms of cancer.

Pop by for a free, friendly chat with our team about what to look out for, including:

• A lump or swelling anywhere on the body
• A cough or breathlessness lasting more than three weeks
• Unexplained bleeding (in your p*e, poo, or between periods)
• Heartburn lasting three weeks or more
• Unexplained tiredness, pain, loss of appetite or weight loss

Find out more by searching 'This Van Can'.

04/09/2026

This make sure you know the signs of ovarian cancer. Bloating, loss of appetite or a change in toilet habits can all be signs of ovarian cancer.

If something doesn’t feel right, or it’s been going on for a while, let your GP know. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early saves lives.

September is here, which means it's time to say goodbye to our summer of community events... ☀️👋And what a summer it's b...
01/09/2026

September is here, which means it's time to say goodbye to our summer of community events... ☀️👋

And what a summer it's been!

has travelled across Greater Manchester, meeting hundreds of people and having important conversations about cancer — with a few unexpected sights along the way too.

Vikings? ✔️
Bagpipes? ✔️
Clown jesters on stilts? ✔️

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by the van, had a chat with the team and took the time to .

Watch out for the van which will continue its tour, visiting high streets, shopping centres, community and sporting events over the coming months. Coming up we have... 👀 🚐

📍 Regent Retail Park, Salford - 3 September
📍 Tesco, Pendleton Way - 4 September
📍 Tesco, Greenfield - 11 September
📍 Walkden Shopping Centre -12 September

01/09/2026

Look and feel every month.

Most people survive breast cancer if treated at an early stage.

Your GP wants to hear about any changes

Visit NHS.uk and search ‘check your breasts’.

31/08/2026

is at today talking to people about signs and symptoms of cancer to look out for. If you’re there why not pop in for a chat with our friendly team?

If you’re eligible for Lung Cancer Screening, keep an eye out for your appointment invitation. It will arrive by post, o...
28/08/2026

If you’re eligible for Lung Cancer Screening, keep an eye out for your appointment invitation.

It will arrive by post, or by text.

If you’re experiencing symptoms, don’t wait - contact your GP and ask for an appointment.

👉 Find out more in our bio/ comments:



AstraZeneca has provided sponsorship towards this independent Programme and has had no involvement in its creation or organisation.

A man is speaking out about his experience of bladder cancer and life with a urostomy bag in a bid to encourage more m...
28/08/2026

A man is speaking out about his experience of bladder cancer and life with a urostomy bag in a bid to encourage more men to talk openly about their health and seek medical advice when something does not feel right.
Pete Smart, 67, believes men are often reluctant to discuss cancer symptoms and can be guilty of putting off going to their GP, something he hopes to change by sharing his own story.
The keen cyclist and long-time footballer had noticed he needed to p*e more often so had gone to his GP to do a urine sample. While he waited for his results, he then also noticed blood in his urine after stopping for a p*e on a bike ride.
Test results showed Pete’s urine sample contained blood even though it was not visible to the naked eye. Following further investigations, Pete underwent surgery at Wythenshawe Hospital in December 2023 to remove his bladder and prostate. Patients who have their bladder removed can usually choose between two options. Some patients opt for a neo-bladder which is a surgically created replacement bladder. Pete chose to have a urostomy, which involves wearing a waterproof pouch on the stomach to collect urine.
After successful surgery Pete is now cancer free and is back doing the activities he loves.
He said: “Now I badger people and tell them not to hesitate to see their GP if they notice a small change or something that looks or feels different for them – even something like weeing more often. It’s really important not to be embarrassed and to check with your GP.”
See the link in the comments for the full story.
Credit: Photos 2 and 4 taken by CARL SUKONIK.

Bowel cancer screening is a test you do at home that checks for signs of bowel cancer. It’s offered to people aged 50 to...
28/08/2026

Bowel cancer screening is a test you do at home that checks for signs of bowel cancer. It’s offered to people aged 50 to 74.

When your screening kit arrives, don’t let it slip to the bottom of your list.

Complete and return your kit.

✔️ Tick Off your bowel cancer screening.

For more info - see link in comments.

28/08/2026

Got a question about cancer?
Our team are at Aldi in today giving out information about the signs and symptoms of cancer.
They also have information about NHS cancer screening in
Please pop by and say hello.

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GM Cancer Offices, Oak Road
Manchester
M204BX

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