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9 Years Old, One Big Goal: Chae Runs in Memory of Grandad Daryll
Update on the day! “It was a great day. Chae really pushed himself to finish, especially towards the end. His

Daisy triumphs at the London Marathon!
Update on the day! “Running the London Marathon was an incredible experience. The support from the crowds, family and friends

Lauren conquers the London Marathon 2026!
Update on the day! What a day it was yesterday! Such a fantastic experience and so glad I managed to

You’re Not Alone: Support When You Need It Most
A cancer diagnosis can bring uncertainty, questions, and moments of feeling overwhelmed — not only for those diagnosed, but also

Congratulations are in order!
Everyone at OPA Cancer Charity was delighted to receive a wonderful email from Johanna Smith sharing some very special news

Free Expert Support: Reflux & Oesophageal Health Summit
OPA Cancer Charity are delighted to be supporting a free upcoming initiative, The Reflux Summit, taking place from 25th–31st May,

Running for Baljinder: Vienna Marathon in Support of Oesophageal Cancer Patients
We would like to sincerely thank Harvi Mehat for supporting OPA Cancer Charity and raising awareness of oesophageal cancer in

Oxford-Led Study Evaluates Multi-Cancer Blood Tests in GP Clinics
In an advance for early cancer detection, a new Oxford-led study has received £3.6 million from the National Institute of

Carissa’s Fight Against Gastric (Stomach) Cancer
A huge thank you to Carissa for supporting the OPA Cancer Charity through your fundraising event, and for helping raise

A new discovery could flip oesophageal cancer treatment on its head
“Thanks to Curestarter support, researchers co-funded by Worldwide Cancer Research and Guts UK have uncovered one of the ways a
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