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AURORA Study: Immunotherapy’s Role in Treating Urinary Tract Squamous Cell Carcinoma
By the Aurora Trial Management Team, Southampton Clinical Trials Unit Urinary tract squamous cell carcinoma (UTSCC) is a rare form of cancer, comprising approximately 5% of bladder and urinary tract cancers. As a result, research into the disease has been limited and...
Ed – From Diagnosis to Determination
With Florence Maponga I want to share Ed's story with you in this blog post—his journey from an unexpected diagnosis in his early twenties to the wisdom he carries today. Introducing Ed My name is Ed. I am 50 years old, and I live in Stamford, Lincolnshire. I work in...
Global Lessons from the Africa Cancer Congress
By Lydia Makaroff I had the privilege of attending the Africa Cancer Congress in my role as President of the World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition. These are some of the lessons that I came away with: * Collaborate across borders * Invest in pathologists * Protect...
Hannah’s story
My dad's experience with bladder cancer and my advice for others in a similar position. When Hannah’s dad was diagnosed with muscle invasive bladder cancer earlier this year, her world turned upside down. Luckily, Hannah’s job as a Medical Secretary within a Urology...
How Tobacco and Secondhand Smoke Increase Bladder Cancer Risk
By Olivia Smith Previously, it has been unclear what lifestyle choices that bladder cancer patients have made may relate to their cancer risk. However, one very recent study has now addressed some of these uncertainties. Let’s delve into this study a bit deeper… Fight...
A Deep Dive into Bladder Cancer Pathway Improvements
By Pamela McGowan In a pivotal step toward creating a sustainable and enhanced care framework for bladder cancer patients, Fight Bladder Cancer's Exemplar Meeting 'Improving the Bladder Cancer Pathway' took place in Birmingham on 7th September 2023. The event brought...
Chemoradiotherapy vs. Radiotherapy Alone: New Insights from the BC2001 Trial for Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer
By Olivia Smith Searching for the best way to treat bladder cancer, doctors are looking at using both chemotherapy and radiotherapy together. In this post, we talk about a study that looked at how well this combination works for people with muscle-invasive bladder...
Fight Bladder Cancer Joins Forces with the Scottish Cancer Coalition in the Battle Against Cancer
• Fight Bladder Cancer has become a member of the Scottish Cancer Coalition to combat cancer in Scotland • The collaboration aims to amplify efforts, enhance awareness, and support patients and families • Both organisations strive to empower individuals with vital...
Shining a spotlight on the patient and carer experience at the UK Oncology Forum 2023
by Pamela McGowan Fight Bladder Cancer's Chief Executive Officer Lydia Makaroff positioned the global patient perspective at the forefront of discussion during the UK's recent Oncology Forum in June Patient-centred management of bladder cancer was the focus of this...
Renowned Medical Professional Dr Andrew Dearden Elected Chair of Trustees Role at Fight Bladder Cancer Charity
Fight Bladder Cancer selects Dr Andrew Dearden as the Chair of the Trustees, succeeding Deborah Major. [Chinnor, Oxfordshire, 3 July 2023] — Fight Bladder Cancer, a leading UK charity based in Chinnor, Oxfordshire, dedicated to supporting individuals and families...