This #WorldCancerDay new stats in Scotland show the number of people diagnosed with cancer using a new screening test increased by 34%. Uptake of the test has also improved since it was introduced in November 2017.
Today is #WorldCancerDay and we are delighted to have supported @CancerCentralUK in bringing this poem to life, alongside 16 cancer charities.
#WCDStandingTogether
Scientists are looking at how they can target the cells around tumours to help prevent cancer spreading. Our latest Science Snaps has the story: https://t.co/CfSQvzSs9R
#WorldCancerDay is important to raise awareness of the disease and its symptoms. It also allows us to celebrate the people involved in changing history and the groundbreaking research which takes place every day
#CancerAwareness#CancerResearch#clinicaltrials
Tomorrow (4 Feb) is #WorldCancerDay2020. We will be recognising investment and advances in #cancer#research and the importance of clinical #research as an integrated part of cancer care in Scotland. Join #IAmAndIWill https://t.co/0Vrs5y9Jw7
Join us for the annual #BlackIsleCycleChallenge and family fun day in April 25th! 🚴♀️ Choose from our 6, 15, 20 or 26 mile routes, all starting and finishing at Resolis Memorial Hall. 🏆
Find out more and sign up on our website: https://t.co/pez9BmNV9y
To celebrate Burns Night, here's some heartfelt verse from our national poet 🏴💛
Our website has lots of useful information on grief and living with loss, including this advice on self-help for the bereaved: https://t.co/CFxd2lQpJX
Prehab.....we run a trial looking potential benefits of exercise for patients with colorectal cancer. Feedback from patients include,
'I've never felt fitter'
' So nice to have something to focus on whilst waiting for surgery'
#physicalfitness#mentalfitness#Cancer#prehab
Reflecting on the lung @prehab4cancer sub-group meeting today. Single point of referral, 17 assessment clinics & 87 facilities providing prehab across GM & cancer types. Over 300 #lungcancer patients referred, 80% uptake. Truly transformative work @ZoeMerchantOT@mysurgeryandme
It is official, we have recruited the UKs 1st patient on a new trial using #Immunotherapy in patients with high risk bladder cancer. It's taken a combined effort from many people working @NHSHighland to enable us to offer this trial to a rural patient
#PatientCare#Cancer
The number of people diagnosed with #bowelcancer under 50 is rising. We want to hear from as many younger people as possible to ensure we’re capturing a broad range of experiences. You have until Sunday to share your views in our #Never2Young survey https://t.co/uU2nQIaAn6
Thanks to all @NHS24 people providing care from one decade into another in our services tonight. Truly the care behind our care. 🙂 #24people#dedication#Hogmanay2019
As we approach Christmas & New Year, we’d like to thank all staff for their hard work this year. A big thank you to all those working over the festive period to ensure our patients are safe. Have a happy Christmas & best wishes for 2020 #TeamHighland#ThankYouNHS#LoveYourNHS
“Being open about our bowel habits really is key when it comes to early diagnosis of this awful disease. Talking about poo is what saved my life!" It’s so important to speak with friends and family about #bowelcancer and its symptoms. Read Sarah’s story: https://t.co/SYHEfMvfqV
🎄 | If you're suffering from coughs, colds or other winter ailments over the festive period, NHS inform should be your first port of call. #NHSinform#behealthwise https://t.co/3OxZwO6CDc
It’s #worldradiographyday. Radiographers are vital to the diagnosis of cancer - they are the doctors who interpret scans like x-rays, CT and MRI. However, a lack of national workforce planning in the NHS in Scotland has led to a shortage in radiographers. (1/3)
With over 33,000 of you having watched the video of our very own Singing Doctor we thought we'd give him a wee shout out! #Unforgettable#SingingDoctor#TeamHighland
https://t.co/9Wgcrb9tiL