35 Best UK Cancer Podcasts

1. Breast Cancer Now

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If you're looking for authentic stories about life with and beyond breast cancer, we're here. Welcome to the Breast Cancer Now podcast. Join host Laura for open, supportive and honest conversations with guests who have personal or professional experience of breast cancer. Laura Price is a writer, podcaster and author of the novel Single Bald Female. She's living with secondary, incurable breast cancer. We're Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. If you've got questions about breast cancer, go to our website breastcancernow.org . New episodes every other Friday.MORE Host Laura Price
Producer/Network Breast Cancer Now
Email ****@yahoo.co.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 49Facebook 789.1KTwitter 164.2KInstagram 143.2K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. The Menopause and Cancer Podcast

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Has cancer treatment led you to early menopause? Do you feel confused about your options? This podcast hosts conversations with cancer patients, survivors and medical professionals to learn about treatments available for women with a cancer diagnosis. I'm Dani Binnington, after breast cancer, surgery to remove my ovaries led me to early menopause, I had no idea what my treatment options were and who in my medical team could help me figure out what to do about my symptoms. I felt alone and unsupported. It took me so long to discover I had lots of options too...MORE Producer/Network Dani Binnington
Email ****@healthywholeme.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 184Facebook 6KTwitter 24Instagram 17.3K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. BTOG - British Thoracic Oncology Group

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The British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG) is the multi-disciplinary group for healthcare professionals involved with thoracic malignancies throughout the UK.BTOG's mission is to To support and educate thoracic oncology healthcare professionals, creating a professional community to exchange ideas, information and innovation and to foster the development of research. The overall aim is to represent the needs of people with thoracic malignancies in the UK and ensure they have equitable access to optimal care.Find out more here - https://www.btog.org/MORE Producer/Network btog
Email ****@sandstarcomms.com
Location Leicester, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Twitter 3.6K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. That Cancer Conversation

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From chemotherapy appointments to artificial intelligence, we explore the stories from the people affected by cancer and find out about the cutting-edge research unravelling its mysteries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Sophie Wedekind
Producer/Network Cancer Research UK
Email ****@cancer.org.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 19Facebook 1.6MTwitter 325.2KInstagram 234.5K Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. GPs Talk Cancer

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Join two experienced GPs as they share their clinical knowledge and practical tips to support earlier cancer detection in primary care.Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor bring their warmth, wit, and passion for earlier and faster cancer diagnosis. They discuss assessment, clinical decision making and the referral pathways they choose to get the best diagnosis and treatment. Rebecca and Sarah are regularly joined by special guests who are experts in particular cancer areas...MORE Hosts Dr. Rebecca Leon, Dr. Sarah Taylor
Producer/Network GatewayC, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Email ****@christie.nhs.uk
Location England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 11Facebook 262Twitter 1.3K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Neuroendocrine Cancer UK - Not Just NE Cancer Podcast

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Real life experiences, practical advice and everything in between. Whether you are diagnosed with Neuroendocrine Cancer or another rare or less common cancer, our podcast series cover topics from initial diagnosis, treatments and follow up, looking after your mental health and the professional perspectives from those involved in your care. Hosted by Catherine Bouvier and produced by Neuroendocrine Cancer UK. We hope this series answers some of your questions or provides a source of support - or both, after all, this is not just NE cancer.MORE Producer/Network Neuroendocrine Cancer UK
Email ****@nc-uk.org
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11Facebook 6.1KTwitter 5KInstagram 4K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Talk of Hope

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Talk of Hope is a podcast for people affected by lung cancer.Featuring personal accounts from people living with the disease and healthcare experts highlighting improvements in diagnosis, treatment and care, Talk of Hope offers light and positivity during an anxious and fearful time.Talk of Hope is a fortnightly podcast, with new episodes released every other Tuesday.MORE Producer/Network Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Email ****@roycastle.org
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 8Facebook 29.5KTwitter 11.2KInstagram 5.8K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Confidence After Cancer

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Have you ever felt lost, exhausted, or unsure who you are after cancer treatment ends? You're not alone — and that's exactly why Confidence After Cancer exists. Hosted by 17-year breast cancer survivor and confidence coach Gabrielle Mottershead, this podcast helps women rebuild their confidence, energy, and identity after cancer — one honest, empowering conversation at a time. Each week, you'll hear real stories, practical mindset tools, and uplifting support to help you go from surviving to thriving, and finally feel like you again. 🎧 New episodes every week...MORE Host Gabby Mottershead
Producer/Network Gabrielle Mottershead
Email ****@gabriellemottershead.com
Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 9Facebook 1.8K Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

9. The Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre Podcast

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The Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre unites over 1,000 world-leading biologists, chemists, physicists, engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, clinicians, nurses and allied healthcare professionals from across Cambridge, UK to tackle cancer from every angle.Our mission is to end death and disease caused by cancer through research, treatment and education...MORE Hosts Rachael Webster, Ellie Wolmark
Producer/Network Cancer Research UK Cambridge Centre
Email ****@cam.ac.uk
Location Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 2Facebook 1.1KTwitter 3K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. CANCERTALK

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CANCERTALK explores the potential of Integrative Medicine to improve the lives of those with cancer. Hosted by Dr Penny Kechagioglou, Clinical Oncologist and Robin Daly, Founder and Chairman of Yes to Life, this occasional podcast will feature guest Practitioners from the world of Integrative Oncology - which in plain English means a broad, holistic approach to cancer care that includes support for body, mind and spirit.MORE Hosts Robin Daly, Penny Kechagioglou
Producer/Network Robin Daly
Email ****@drcoach.co.uk
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 7Facebook 5KTwitter 2.4KInstagram 3.5K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. Not Your Grandma's Cancer Show

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Diagnosed with cancer in your 20s, 30s or 40s? You've just found your people. This podcast dives into the real stuff no one talks about — sex, menopause, friends who ghost, long-term side effects, gender, neurodiversity, and more. Scroll through, grab a tea (or a margarita), and tune in. New episodes drop monthly. Wanna hang out or learn more? Visit: www.shinecancersupport.orgMORE Host Tatum de Roeck
Producer/Network Shine Cancer Support
Email ****@shinecancersupport.org
Location Poole, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 5.9KTwitter 4.7KInstagram 6.1K Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Let's Talk About Brain Tumours

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Join us as we talk about all things brain tumours with those who have been diagnosed, their friends, parents, partners and children as well as with researchers, fundraisers and advocates. Find out how The Brain Tumour Charity is working to improve outcomes for those who are diagnosed with this unforgiving disease. Please Note: We recognise that everyone's experience's are unique. Our guests are sharing their own personal experiences of diagnosis, treatment and care. These may differ from yours or those of your loved one. MORE Hosts Andy Tudor, Anna Blyszko, Chandos Green
Producer/Network The Brain Tumour Charity
Email ****@thebraintumourcharity.org
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 32Facebook 118.2KTwitter 30.5KInstagram 29.6K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. Let's Talk About SACT

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A Cancer Pharmacy Podcast brought to you by The British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA). The purpose of the podcast is to promote excellence in the pharmaceutical care of patients with cancer through education.MORE Host Michal Sladkowski
Producer/Network BOPA, British oncology pharmacy association
Email ****@bopa.org.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 7Facebook 3.7KTwitter 3.4KInstagram 412 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Lymphoma Voices

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A series of conversations around topics of interest for people affected by lymphoma, a type of blood cancer and the fifth most common cancer in the UK. Produced by Lymphoma Action, the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting people affected by the condition.Lymphoma Action is the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting people affected by lymphoma. We are here to make sure that everyone affected by the condition receives the best possible information, support, treatment and care...MORE Host Anne Hook
Producer/Network Lymphoma Action
Email ****@lymphomas.org.uk
Location Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 39.9KTwitter 10KInstagram 8.6K Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2020 Get Email Contact

15. Cancer Journeys

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Jacqui Drake talks to people who have had cancer or their loved ones and shares their experiences of this terrible disease.
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Producer/Network Jacqui Drake
Email ****@btinternet.com
Location United Kingdom
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Facebook 5.3KTwitter 9.2K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. The Bristol Oncology Podcasts

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Welcome to The Bristol Oncology Podcasts. These podcasts are aimed at those training to become oncologists, providing an overview of how to treat people with cancer, through interviews with specialists in cancer care. Your host, Dr Alison Cameron, is a Clinical Oncologist based in Bristol, UK. The first series will cover the treatment of breast and ovarian cancer. For more information and referenced papers, please go to www.ace-rt.com/learnMORE Host Dr Alison Cameron
Producer/Network Dr Alison Cameron
Email ****@doctors.org.uk
Location Bristol, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

17. You, Me and the Big C: Putting the can in cancer

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The coolest club you never want to be a part of…The team on the You, Me & the Big C podcast are your BFF's, your sisters, brothers, fathers and mothers. A candid look at cancer, with Steve Bland, Deborah James and Lauren Mahon. Founded by Rachael Bland.MORE Hosts Steve Bland, Deborah James, Lauren Mahon
Producer/Network BBC Radio 5 Live
Email ****@bbc.co.uk
Location Salford, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 3.3KFacebook 475.3KTwitter 656.1KInstagram 127.7K Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. Talking Cancer

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In the latest series, Radio DJ Angie Greaves meets people living with and affected by cancer for honest conversations over a cuppa. Expect real experiences from people who understand what you're going through, plus useful advice and information from Macmillan professionals.MORE Producer/Network Macmillan Cancer Support
Email ****@macmillan.org.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 22Facebook 1.1MTwitter 655.6KInstagram 187.4K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Black Women Rising- The Untold Cancer Stories Podcast

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Award winning breast cancer survivor & community activist Leanne Pero set up the Black Women Rising cancer project in 2017, aimed at raising vital cancer awareness within the Black community & provide support for Black cancer patients/ survivors whilst they undergo cancer treatment & experience difficulty in remission. With cancer mortality rates within the BAME community being at an all time high- join Leanne & her inspirational guests explore healthy conversation about the myths, taboos & hardships that surround our community as well as share inspirational stories of hope & transformation.MORE Host Leanne Pero
Producer/Network Leanne Pero
Email ****@leannepero.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 17Instagram 18.4K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Video Podcast YouTube
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20. Cancer Lads

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Real men. Real cancer stories. Listen to men open up and talk about their cancer journeys. The ups, the downs, and every bald joke in between!
Producer/Network Ryan
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

21. Cancer Twins

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Welcome to the Cancer Twins channel where we discuss all things about living with and beating cancer from our own personal perspectives. This is about taking the good with the bad and discussing what it's really like to both live with - and also have a close family living with - cancer treatment. We talk about what it's like, both from a physical and emotion point of view. We hope talking about our own experiences is as helpful for others to hear as it is for us to discuss...MORE Producer/Network Charlotte & Greg
Email ****@gmail.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 133Twitter 41 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. And Then Came Breast Cancer - A Future Dreams Podcast

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'And Then Came Breast Cancer' is an award winning podcast series created by Future Dreams Breast Cancer Charity, for anyone whose lives have been touched by the disease. Hosted by the award-winning journalist Victoria Derbyshire - herself a breast cancer survivor - each episode discusses an aspect of the cancer journey, from how to spot the first signs, to dealing with the aftermath of treatment and everything in between. The discussions are frank and honest but also practical. It is a podcast that will hold your hand as you and your loved ones go through one of the toughest times of your life and will make you realise that you are not alone...MORE Host Victoria Derbyshire
Producer/Network Factory Originals & 6Foot6 Productions
Email ****@futuredreams.org.uk
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 41Facebook 8.3KTwitter 1.9KInstagram 29.9K Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

23. Sound Waves

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Sound Waves is the official podcast of the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust. The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust is a national charity that empowers young people aged 8-24 to embrace their future after cancer. When treatment ends, the Trust's work begins as, for many young people, picking up where they left off before their diagnosis isn't possible. On Sound Waves, the Trust community comes together to discuss themes and spark conversations relevant to anyone impacted by cancer in young people...MORE Host Scott Wilson
Producer/Network Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
Email ****@emcancertrust.org
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 12.2KTwitter 6.3KInstagram 5.6K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

24. My Breast My Health

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A podcast about breast cancer and how to live a healthier life. Join and listen in to Dr Tasha, a consultant breast cancer surgeon, talking to experts in the field of medicine, and surgery, as well as those in the health and wellness space.  The podcast aims to educate, inform and inspire. MORE Host Dr Tasha Gandamihardja
Producer/Network Dr Tasha Gandamihardja
Email ****@gmail.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 28Twitter 963Instagram 5K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2019 Get Email Contact

25. Changing the Face of Cancer

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Chemotherapy is a powerful cancer treatment, but its side effects have a real impact on a patient's physical and mental wellbeing so how is oncology care tackling these debilitating effects?We sit down with renowned oncologists, clinical researchers and medical thought leaders, to discuss the development and practice of side effect management, such as scalp cooling, and challenging healthcare preconceptions...MORE Email ****@paxmanscalpcooling.com
Location Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom
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Facebook 4.5KTwitter 2.2KInstagram 4.2K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

26. Aunty M Brain Tumours Talk Show

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Aunty M Brain Tumours Talk Show - A podcast sharing inspiring stories of brain tumour survivors. Join our supportive community for heartfelt interviews, insights from medical experts, and empowering tales of resilience. Tune in, be inspired, and spread awareness on the path of brain tumour recovery.I'd love for you to join me on the podcast. If you have a story to share, advice to give, or just want to be part of the conversation, please reach out! Your voice could be the one that someone else needs to hear.MORE Host Claire Bullimore
Producer/Network Claire Bullimore
Email ****@gmail.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3Facebook 12.3KTwitter 3.5K Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

27. Maths + Cancer

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A podcast exploring the role of mathematics and statistics in cancer research and the stories behind the people making it happen.Maths Cancer is hosted by Dr Vicky Neale, a mathematician at the University of Oxford. Since March 2021, she has been receiving treatment for a rare form of cancer, prompting her to discover more about how her colleagues in the mathematical community are contributing to cancer research from prevention, through to diagnosis and treatment.MORE Producer/Network Oxford University
Email ****@it.ox.ac.uk
Location Oxford, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8Facebook 5.2MTwitter 1MInstagram 2.1M Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

28. Cancer: Real and Raw

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1 in 2 people will develop cancer in their lifetime. Everybody's cancer journey is different and there's no right or wrong way to feel about what you're going through. This series of podcasts is an insight into the thoughts and feelings of cancer patients and those closest to them. There's real stories and raw emotion in each episode, which means that sometimes it's very difficult to listen to. The aim is to show that you're not alone in how you feel, and that there's help and support available every step of the way.hhho.org.uk | ****@hhho.org.uk | 0121 783 5407MORE Producer/Network Help Harry Help Others
Email ****@969media.co.uk
Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
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Facebook 17.4KTwitter 62.5KInstagram 1.4K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

29. The Lung Cancer Clinical Masterclass Series UK

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Welcome to The Lung Cancer Clinical Masterclass Series which is co-chaired by Profs Raffaele Califano and Samreen Ahmed. This is a twelve-month initiative, consisting of monthly instalments. These will be led by two guest presenters who will each deliver a 15 minute presentation, followed by a group discussion with the co-chairs.Join us each month as we explore the current key issues within the lung cancer space.MORE Producer/Network Clinical Comms Group
Email ****@clinicalcommsgroup.com
Location United Kingdom
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Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

30. The Greater Manchester Cancer Podcast

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Across cancer services in Greater Manchester, amazing work is happening every day. Frontline staff, managers, clinical leaders and people affected by cancer work together with the simple focus of making sure that every person throughout Greater Manchester is able to access a world class cancer service...MORE Producer/Network GM Cancer
Email ****@nhs.net
Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 5Facebook 1.6KTwitter 4.9KInstagram 835 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

31. Get Mouthy

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Join Michelle Vickers, CEO of the Head & Neck Cancer Foundation as she speaks with a range of interesting people who are all linked to head and neck cancers, either personally or professionally.MORE Email ****@wearemandate.co.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Facebook 8.2KInstagram 673 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

32. One In Three My Prostate Cancer Journey

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Picture this: it's the day after your 50th birthday. You're on a high from celebrating with friends and family at the weekend, but you're now sat in a doctors office being told you've got an old man's disease.That was me and the 'old mans disease' is better known as prostate  cancer, the third biggest killer of men worldwide. It isn't even remotely restricted to old men. So here I am talking about my adventures with humour and candour - I honestly couldn't make some of it up. I am not a doctor, I am just here to educate men. Dragging them kicking, screaming, denying and bitching one heavy step at a time...MORE Host Peter Lerenzer Ellis
Producer/Network Peter Ellis
Email ****@hotmail.co.uk
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

33. The Badasscancerthriver Podcast

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This podcast is for women currently going through breast cancer, have been through breast cancer or perhaps have a friend or loved one on this journey. The show will share my insights, tools and techniques to manage the emotional and mental challenges of breast cancer with sassy attitude, intentional mindfulness and a zest for life that cannot be dampened down - even by cancer.Every week I'll talk about a topic in only the way I can - with a little bit of humour, a sense of optimism and good old dose of badass attitude.MORE Producer/Network Nicola Hadcroft
Email ****@badasscancerthriver.com
Location United Kingdom
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

34. Weston Park Cancer Charity Podcast

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This podcast is brought to you by Weston Park Cancer Charity; sharing stories about our work, what we do and the people we support. From funding life-saving research to providing practical help and emotional support, it's our job to care in every sense for our patients and their families. Cancer changes everything. But so do we.MORE Email ****@wpcancercharity.org.uk
Location Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
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Facebook 10.1KTwitter 5.8KInstagram 2.9K Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

35. On Focus

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Clare Delmar explores issues facing men diagnosed with prostate cancer that are little known, less understood and almost never talked about. A podcast series by The Focal Therapy Clinic.https://www.thefocaltherapyclinic.co.ukMORE Host Clare Delmar
Producer/Network The Focal Therapy Clinic
Email ****@me.com
Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Apple Reviews 2Facebook 992Twitter 572 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Since Jun 2020 Get Email Contact