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Winx Falle – Thames Path 100km Ultra Challenge
“I am delighted to report that I have just completed the Thames Path 100km Ultra Challenge which saw me walk

Two-Thirds of Cancer Targets Will Be Scrapped by Autumn
The Government has confirmed that NHS England cancer targets are to be streamlined, moving from 10 performance standards to three

Stanley Armstrong – Ben Nevis Fundraising
‘I am supporting the OPA’s mission to raise awareness for Oesophageal and Gastric cancers, as well as, continue their amazing

Kings College London – Need your help!
Brief overview: The Cancer Prevention Group at King’s College London need to hear your views on a large-scale new research

First-ever NICE guideline on vitamin B12 deficiency
Older people with unexplained fatigue or mental health problems should be offered a vitamin B12 test, according to our latest

“Get A Move On” – Charity Night
Thank you to Ray Clark, who is holding another fundraising charity night where a donation will go to the OPA!

OPA Summer Newsletter 2023
Hello Summer, and welcome to the OPA Summer Newsletter 2023! We hope you enjoy the read. OPA Summer Newsletter 2023

Research Study – Breath Study
Research Study – Breath Analysis for Diagnosis of Oesophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) We are engaged in a collaborative effort

“Cancer Support NPO of the Year”
The OPA are thrilled and honoured to be recognised as the Cancer Support NPO of the Year! ️ Our dedicated

OPA London Meeting – May 2023
The informal first post-COVID cancer support meeting was held on Saturday 20th May 2023 at The Tower Hotel, London. This
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