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We’re Proud to Promote the UK’s No.1 Carers Card & App
Caring for others is one of the most important and often overlooked roles in our society. Whether you’re a paid

Celebrating Fiona Wade in Picture You Dead
Our OPA team had the privilege of attending the sensational stage adaptation of Peter James’s Picture You Dead at The

David Hair – Patient Story
Listen to David’s inspiring journey with oesophageal cancer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PbGPcus4oA

Acid reflux patient hails ‘life-changing’ implant
A woman who suffered the debilitating effects of severe acid reflux has described a new implant as “amazing” and “life

NHS 10 Year Health Plan for England: fit for the future
The 10 Year Health Plan is part of the government’s health mission to build a health service fit for the
Maggie Haynes – Patient Story
Can you remember what you were doing 10 years ago in January 2007? Well I certainly can; I was organising

Carolyn Harrison – Patient & OPA Ambassador
Listen to Carolyn’s inspiring journey with oesophageal cancer, and her ongoing dedication in supporting others as an OPA Ambassador.

Implantica announces successful UK RefluxStop™ Users Meeting
This meeting addressed growing demand after the final and positive UK NICE recommendations on use of RefluxStop in NHS public

Paul Scott is hiking 60 miles for his 60th!
Read Paul’s Story here- “Hello This June 24th it will be 5 years to the day that I started on

Ray Clark’s Band Appeal 2025
We are incredibly grateful to Ray for supporting the OPA Cancer Charity by organising another fantastic fundraising event, the Band
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