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Emma Gray – Support Meeting Video
At our most recent London meeting on 19th June 2026, we were joined by guest speaker Emma Gray – a
Going on Holiday This Year? Don’t Forget Your OPA Restaurant & Toilet Cards!
If you’re planning a holiday or trip abroad this year, a little preparation can help make your travels less stressful.
Celebrating the Life of Our Founder, David Kirby OBE
Following the sad news of our founder’s passing, David’s family have kindly asked us at OPA Cancer Charity to share the
Climbing the National Three Peaks: In Memory of Tom, who was just 26
A heartfelt thank you to everyone taking part in and supporting this wonderful fundraising event in memory of Tom, who
Join One of the UK’s Largest Acid Reflux Support Communities
If you’re living with heartburn, acid reflux, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), or related digestive conditions, you’re not alone. OPA’s dedicated
Natalie, Peter & the Landing Ladies Make a Difference for OPA Cancer Charity
“This is our story: Nine years ago, we met my new line manager at work and life was never going
Join us for the next London Support Meeting
Mark your calendars for Friday, 19th June 2026, from 12:00pm – 14:00pm. We will be gathering at the C P Hart premises, located
A Match, A Memory, A Cause
A huge thank you to David Adams and all involved in this amazing fundraising event, in memory of Mike Farren.
In memory of David Kirby
We are sorry to announce that our founder, David Kirby, sadly passed away on 14th May 2026. David founded the
1,500+ Patients to Benefit from New Stomach Cancer Immunotherapy
The targeted treatment helps people live longer and can help prevent the disease from returning. More than 1,500 people a
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