Annual social event for the Patient Involvement Team's Cancer Insights Panel in November 2025.

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Guests and staff at the Involvement Strategy Launch Event.

Shaping the future together: Launching our new involvement strategy

People affected by cancer from across the UK came together to celebrate our new involvement strategy, reconnect with the community, and explore how we'll shape Cancer Research UK's involvement.

Image of Deborah and participants dancing.

How lived experience shaped the Bowelbabe Fund Dance Challenge

By sharing lived experience, people affected by cancer helped shape the Bowelbabe Fund Dance Challenge. Their feedback improved accessibility, flexibility and enjoyment, creating an inclusive campaign that highlights the impact of involvement.

Group shot of ten reps and two staff standing together whilst at JING 2026.

Bringing patient insight to the next generation of cancer research

Ten patient representatives joined early career cancer researchers in Manchester to shape how future clinical trials are designed, delivered and understood.

two people talking.

The impact of patient insight on Cancer Clinic: Live

Stand Up To Cancer concluded with a live Channel 4 event celebrating collaboration, a new screening checker and Cancer Clinic: Live, shaped by our Cancer Insights Panel to reflect real experiences.

Annual social event for the Patient Involvement Team's Cancer Insights Panel in November 2025.

Celebrating voices that shape our work

The Patient Involvement team proudly hosted a day dedicated to connection, reflection, and celebration at our annual Cancer Insights Panel Social.

A bunch of Cancer information leaflets like "Questions abour cancer? Find answers you can trust" "Jo's story" etc.

How you helped refresh our patient information resources

Our Patient Information team refreshed key support materials, making them clearer, more inclusive and easier to use. Your input helped people quickly find trusted cancer information and support.

A photo of Gaby Roslin from the social media series "Toilet Talk".

Smashing poo taboos: How your voice shaped a bold campaign

Discover how patient insights helped shape the Bowelbabe Fund’s impactful campaign to raise awareness and challenge stigma around bowel cancer.

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Stories

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