Cancer52 represents more than 100 organisations united in their aim to improve the future for everyone affected by rare and less common cancers.https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mtjdafmou22pCancer52 is pleased to welcome its latest member, the UK Acute Oncology Society (UKAOS). A multidisciplinary group of health professionals with the aim that acute needs of cancer patients are recognised, assessed and managed at the right time & place, and by the appropriate team. See: bit.ly/4xciG3620 Aug 2026 13:14 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjdafmou22phttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mnzn6hgzh223ROS1ders UK is the latest charity to join Cancer52.  ROS1ders UK support people affected by ROS1-positive cancer. They bring patients together, share practical information, raise awareness, and speak up for better testing, treatment access, and research. See: ros1ders-cancer.uk11 Jun 2026 16:23 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzn6hgzh223https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mnwlccsofk22Real change starts with real experiences. Have you been affected by a rare and less common cancer (all cancers except breast, bowel, lung, or prostate) either as a patient or a carer? Please take our anonymous online survey to share your experience: bit.ly/43pRy3310 Jun 2026 11:12 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnwlccsofk22https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mnhrc5se422wWe are pleased to welcome Cancer52’s newest member, The Joshua Tree. The charity provides bespoke emotional health and wellbeing support to families affected by childhood cancer across the UK. Learn more: thejoshuatree.org.uk04 Jun 2026 13:49 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnhrc5se422whttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mlnrb2hiws25Cancer52 has a new member! Cahonas Scotland supports men with testicular cancer and their families, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. Through education programmes, awareness campaigns, and peer support. Read more: www.cahonasscotland.org12 May 2026 12:14 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnrb2hiws25https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mkpfyrhgqc2oGreat to meet with Minister @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social alongside fellow cancer charities yesterday. Topics discussed included implementation of the National Cancer Plan & Rare Cancers Act, importance of reducing late diagnosis, and the distinct challenges faced in rare & less common cancers.30 Apr 2026 10:33 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpfyrhgqc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mkhygy7jtk2k27 Apr 2026 11:41 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkhygy7jtk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3miyg4f5kqk2fWelcome to Cancer52's newest member; Lynch Syndrome UK, a national, patient-led charity committed to improving awareness, advancing equitable access to genetic testing, and supporting individuals and families affected by hereditary cancer risk. Learn more: www.lynch-syndrome-uk.org08 Apr 2026 13:38 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3miyg4f5kqk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mhvd5opgqs2dEGFR Positive UK has joined Cancer52! EGFR Positive UK provide trusted information, peer support and advocacy for EGFR positive lung cancer. Raise awareness of biomarker testing and targeted treatments while promoting equitable access to personalised care. Read more: www.egfrpositive.org.uk25 Mar 2026 14:42 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhvd5opgqs2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mhb5vrsgns2hThank you to our excellent speakers and panellists for sharing valuable insights at the #BigCancer52Conversation, aligned with the commitments in the new Cancer Plan. It was fantastic to come together with a shared goal - improving outcomes for everyone affected by rare and less common cancers17 Mar 2026 14:15 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhb5vrsgns2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mh6dkmkikc2aToday we’re hosting the #BigCancer52Conversation in Manchester focusing on how we can work together to support implementation of the National Cancer Plan, in relation to rare and less common cancers.16 Mar 2026 11:18 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mh6dkmkikc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mgupvx3kps2jOur newest member, Leiomyosarcoma Research UK’s mission is to support research, provide education, and foster a strong community for leiomyosarcoma patients and their families across the UK. Learn more: lmsruk.org12 Mar 2026 15:33 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgupvx3kps2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mgfyncdp4s2bCancer52's newest member, The Bardo Foundation is an international childhood cancer charity founded in memory of Bernardo “Bardo” Eggesbø They fund research, support patients and families, and lead Osteosarcoma Now, accelerating progress through collaboration to improve outcomes for young people.06 Mar 2026 18:59 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgfyncdp4s2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mgf2rh6zt22yScott Arthur MP's Private Members Bill - supported by many of our member charities, has officially become law! The Rare Cancers Act 2026 will prioritise long overlooked aspects of research, and has the potential to transform outcomes for those affected by rare and less common cancers.06 Mar 2026 10:04 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgf2rh6zt22yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mg3i2goas222Cancer52 sends our best wishes to Ashley Dalton MP as she steps back from her ministerial duties for health reasons. Our thanks for her brilliant work, alongside her colleagues in the DHSC, in developing the National Cancer Plan for England recently. [contains quote post or other embedded content]02 Mar 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg3i2goas222https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mftozracrc2lAs the voice for rare and less common cancers in the UK, we join the call on Rare Disease Day 2026 for equity in social opportunities, healthcare, and access to diagnosis and therapies. [contains quote post or other embedded content]27 Feb 2026 12:19 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mftozracrc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3meop66vwks2sMOVE Against Cancer has joined Cancer52! 👏 They deliver evidence-based support through 5k Your Way community groups, tailored online programmes and accessible resources, improving wellbeing and supporting health outcomes during and after treatment. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/4bMLl6U12 Feb 2026 19:13 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3meop66vwks2shttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3me2d46l2zc2rA breakthrough moment; a clear focus with 13 specific commitments on rare and less common cancers in the new National Cancer Plan for England. This plan has the potential to address longstanding issues for these cancers and we look forward to supporting its implementation.04 Feb 2026 16:44 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3me2d46l2zc2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mdznpo3dsc2iWorld Cancer Day is a reminder to come together to take action against cancer. In the UK, 47% of cancer diagnoses are of rare and less common cancers, yet they account for 55% of cancer deaths. We must work collaboratively to overcome this difference. #WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique04 Feb 2026 10:21 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdznpo3dsc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mdknjitslc2sWe were proud to submit Cancer52's Annual Review to the Charity Commission - outlining what we’d achieved, alongside our members, in the financial year 2024-2025. Read Annual Review: bit.ly/3NBY2HM29 Jan 2026 11:08 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdknjitslc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mci74paxok2uThis week is Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Week. Five out of the six cancers – brain, liver, oesophageal, pancreatic and stomach – are rare and less common. Like many rare and less common cancers, the less survivable cancers typically have less investment in research. #CloseTheResearchGap [contains quote post or other embedded content]15 Jan 2026 18:19 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mci74paxok2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mbvrcxkdh22yWe have a new member! Lymphoma Out Loud educates and raises awareness of lymphoma. A young charity with a rebel spirit, they're on a mission through educating, empowering & amplifying patient voices through bold campaigns, education and lived experience. See more at: lymphomaoutloud.org08 Jan 2026 10:24 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbvrcxkdh22yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3mal4oqebpc2222 Dec 2025 11:23 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3mal4oqebpc22https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3m7khuu5zos2sSo pleased to attend #BackTheBreakthroughs today. A powerful panel on the future of cancer research hosted by @crukpolicy.bsky.social in Westminster, sharing fascinating insights on overcoming barriers in #CancerResearch and using #HealthcareInnovation to accelerate life-saving breakthroughs. 👏🏻09 Dec 2025 11:46 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7khuu5zos2shttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3m4x6qgxczc25Inspiring day in Westminster bringing together patients, policymakers and Cancer52 members to present case studies, enabling us to share learnings and drive cross-sector collaboration to improve outcomes in rare & less common cancers. Our thanks to KKI who sponsored this event06 Nov 2025 08:51 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4x6qgxczc25https://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3m4bkvgacqc2rOur previous CEO, Jane Lyons recently enjoyed a fabulous day out to Windsor Castle, with her family, to collect her MBE. A much deserved recognition of all her hard work and many achievements. Congratulations Jane!28 Oct 2025 18:30 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4bkvgacqc2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/cancer52org.bsky.social/post/3m233bo7cns2jBusy time at #Lab25, connecting with policy makers and member charities. With the National Cancer Plan in the final stages of development, it’s a vital time to collaborate to improve outcomes for people affected by rare & less common cancers.30 Sep 2025 17:44 +0000at://did:plc:fpgjcusht7xuepgffec2pndt/app.bsky.feed.post/3m233bo7cns2j