Emily Eagles

Health Policy Advisor at Cancer Research UK | All views are my own (She/Her)

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Yesterday, the UK Government published its 10 Year Health Plan, aiming to reform the NHS over the next decade.

⬇️ for what it means for cancer, and what needs to come next in the National Cancer Plan (NCP) 1/

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Happy to share my latest article!

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

For an introduction to the roadmap, take a look at our blog 👇
https://t.co/zEp0eLoms5

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Today we are launching our Innovation Roadmap!🔬 This easy-to-read tool explains how an innovation moves from bench to bedside to make a difference to people affected by cancer across the UK

Explore the roadmap: https://t.co/EM4WErmefI

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Another great article from @A_Hilborn, delving into the essential role healthcare scientists play in delivering genomic medicine!

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

The second article in our genomics series is now live!📢 We sit down with David Wells, Chief Exec at @IBMScience, to explore how healthcare scientists are shaping the delivery of genomic medicine today and for the future🔬

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

To read understand more about genomics and why it’s important to people affected by cancer, click here ⬇️

https://t.co/eGukou8NJH

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Great to attend the NHS Genomics Healthcare Summit yesterday to hear about the latest genomic advances in the NHS and how upcoming plans can align with the Government’s 10-Year Health Plan for England
#NHSgenomics2024

[Matt Sample @MatthewSample]

A fantastic article by @CRUK_Policy's @EEagles_
charting the history of genomic medicine and the role it plays today in cancer research and care - give it a read, and our new position statement on genomic research and healthcare, here ⬇️

https://t.co/3aYHrhI2fB

[Alice Hilborn @A_Hilborn]

So great to see this out in the world. Genomics has real potential to drive a paradigm shift in our approach to detecting, treating and even preventing cancer.

Congrats to @EEagles_ for a fascinating and engaging explainer article to accompany the report publication!

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Today we publish our report on genomics in cancer research and care across the UK - genomics has the potential to make a huge change to the lives of people affected by cancer, so we’ve set out our ambitions to make this happen.

Take a read! https://t.co/09GlJI583U

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Genomics is central to building our understanding of cancer. UK govts & health systems have recognised its potential to transform cancer research & care

Here we lay out our ambitions for the future of genomics in the UK & our recs for how to attain them⬇️
https://t.co/eGukou8NJH

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

1/ It's positive to see the Government's continued commitment to their health mission and investment to modernise the NHS reflected in yesterday's Autumn #Budget2024 announcements🏥

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Come and join our team at @CR_UK !!

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

If you're looking for the next step in your policy career, and are passionate about lifesaving cancer research or improving care for people affected by cancer - look no further.

We've got 2 great roles currently live - for a Science Policy Advisor, and a Health Policy Advisor.

Interested? Apply by Nov 4 here

https://t.co/M5os1n22kO

[Cancer52 also on Bluesky @cancer52org.bsky.social @Cancer52org]

Delighted to be part of today’s roundtable event hosted by @GenomicsEngland, alongside Cancer52 member organisations to discuss how we can collaborate to maximise the impact of #genomics for rare and less common cancers.

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

NHSE is changing the way that researchers access health data with a network of SDEs.

Here we break down what SDEs are, what’s needed for the new SDE Network to be a success, and explain how health data can ultimately can save lives 👇

https://t.co/tq5dXzL8AF

[Matt Sample @MatthewSample]

If you're an early career policy pro looking to make a big difference for people affected by cancer, come join @CRUK_Policy as our newest policy advisor and help tackle some of the biggest challenges facing cancer - apply by this Sunday to not miss out!⬇️

https://t.co/YWc1Zn4SfZ

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Producing the best cancer research is reliant on having the best talent in the UK research community

Emma’s articulate & impactful work describes how higher visa costs under the last UK Government are deterring researcher immigration and how this must be addressed urgently

[Emma Cattermole @EmmaCattermole5]

Pleased to have published my evidence paper today, which demonstrates the impact of increases to UK immigration costs and barriers on cancer research.

Read the evidence and analysis here: https://t.co/YooxRLHu3t

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Yesterday we published a new report, Leading on Cancer, showing how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes.

We’re calling on the incoming UK Government to commit to a long-term plan for England and make this election a #TurningPointforCancer

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Tackling cancer needs strong and decisive leadership from the next UK Government - CRUK’s Imogen Powell Brown sets out our asks in a compelling new report 👇 or this article makes a fab lunchtime read!

https://t.co/i5o0Oc7wEy

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Our new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfilOur new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfilOur new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfilOur new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfilOur new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfilOur new report, Leading on Cancer, sets out the evidence on how cancer strategies can drive improvements in outcomes across the UK.

We set out the 6 tests that a cancer strategy should fulfil:

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

A great day yesterday speaking to our amazing Campaigns Ambassadors about our health policy work!

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Today, we’ve brought together our Campaigns Ambassadors at @CRUK’s HQ to rally around our new campaign to make this election a #TurningPointForCancer.

The Campaigner Conference is a great opportunity for Campaigns Ambassadors to come together, meet staff from teams across the charity, and learn more about campaigning to all political parties this general election.

Our Ambassador Panel featured four of our Campaigns Ambassadors who explained their reasons for campaigning with us, and some campaigning highlights so far!

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

Take a look at this amazing work from @A_Hilborn explaining why urgent investment into hospital capital, workforce and screening services is key to improving cancer diagnostics 👇👇

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

Getting the right tests to patients in the place, at the right time is crucial. But too many people are waiting too long to be diagnosed with cancer.

We set out 5 steps to get #Diagnostics in England back on track: https://t.co/zxqektiAGO

[Emily Eagles @EEagles_]

A great opportunity to get some experience in our team!

[Cancer Research UK Policy @CRUK_Policy]

🚨Summer internships at @CRUK_Policy are now live 🚨

Are you keen to start your policy career, while driving positive change for people affected by cancer?

Look at the two roles available here. Deadline 30th April: https://t.co/JwDqwlvkmN

https://t.co/05EV0jU4av