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Claire Evans- Sharing My Story
Hi, I’m Claire, I’m an oesophageal cancer patient. Two and a half years ago I started having trouble swallowing bread
NHS England Cancer Programme progress update – Spring 2024
Foreword – Dame Cally Palmer, National Cancer Director Cancer survival in England is at an all-time high due to the
Stacey Preston – Wing Walk Fundraising
“I chose to complete a wing walk for the OPA charity in memory of my dad, Nick Preston. I chose
NEW Publications
Introducing the three new OPA Publications. Achalasia Leaflet What is Gastric Cancer? What is Oesophageal Cancer? These publications can be
OPA are Global Award Winners 23/24
OPA: Empowering hope and health in the battle against oesophageal and gastric cancer Global Award Winner – Medical Awareness NPO
Exciting Job Opportunity
Job Opportunity: Paid Role for Individuals Diagnosed with Barrett’s Oesophagus Are you or someone you know diagnosed with Barrett’s Oesophagus?
New Teddies – In Stock
We have a range of new and beautiful OPA Teddy Bears. “Teddy bears may not have a voice, but they
What Now – Your Cancer Support Podcast
A new podcast series hosted by TV presenter Julia Bradbury and recorded by patients of Guy’s and St Thomas’ has
Chatsworth Challenge 2024
“The next Chatsworth Challenge fundraising walk in aid of the Dave Owens and Frank Goodall Memorial Fund will take place
Symptoms of Reflux Disease (GORD)?
The following Symptoms are often associated with GORD Chronic Heartburn Sour Taste in the back of the mouth Regurgitation Chest
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