OPA News

Confused by medical terminology? No more – here’s our jargon-buster
Glossary of Relevant Medical Terminology…

This Is Exactly What the 4 Stages of Cancer Really Mean
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, chances are you’ve been told that they’re at a

Our Patron, Fiona Wade Videos
A series of five videos where our Patron, Fiona Wade, speaks about the Oesophageal Patients Association…

The Eddie Mair Interview – Steve Hewlett
Steve Hewlett, who was being treated for cancer, has died. Listen to the BBC Radio 4 Interview…

A whopping £14,000 has been raised!
Thank you to Ptarmigan Media who hosted a Golf Day to raise funds for the OPA. Special thanks to the sponsors of the event…

Bite size support groups launched!
Support groups bring together people who are facing similar issues, whether that’s illness, relationship problems…

It’s that time of year again!
This year there are six wonderful designs to choose from….
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