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SUMMARY:Health Coaching Workshop Portsmouth
DESCRIPTION:Link: Health Coaching Training \nWorkshop 1: Date and Time: Wednesday 5 November 2025\, 9am-5pm \nWorkshop 2: Date and Time: Wednesday 19 November 2025\, 9am-5pm \nDescription: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for any staff working within secondary cancer care in Wessex who have regular contact with patients\, to access accredited Health Coaching Skills training which will equip you with conversational skills in your daily practice to support person-centred care and self-management for patients. \nHealth coaching can: \n\nunlock a person’s potential to enhance their own wellbeing\nhelp people take ownership of their health\nhelp a person to learn rather than teaching them\ndevelop skills and build confidence\n\nThe programme is delivered as two separate day-long workshops\, spaced one to two weeks apart to allow for practicing newly acquired skills. \nPlease note the date range of this event listing; the first date in this listing indicates the Day 1 workshop\, and the second date in this listing indicates the Day 2 workshop. \nFor more information and to book onto a course\, follow the link to our Health Coaching Training page
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/health-coaching-workshop-portsmouth/
LOCATION:Oasis Conference Room\, Queen Alexandra Hospital\, Portsmouth\, Southwick Hill Road\, Cosham\, PO6 3LY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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SUMMARY:Cancer Demystified - What is Cancer?
DESCRIPTION:Format: Online \nDescription: In this webinar\, you will learn about important aspects of cell biology and cell replication fundamental to understanding how cancer develops. You will learn how cells group together to form different tissues\, found in different places within the body. As the webinar develops you will begin to grasp important differences between epithelial and connective tissues\, and generate an understanding for the names we give tumours. Oncogenes and tumour suppressor genes will be introduced and their role within neoplasm formation. \nThroughout the webinar\, you will be introduced to much terminology – in-situ\, invasive\, carcinoma\, differentiation\, grade\, differentiation. Everything will be explained\, leaving you better equipped in your important roles…be prepared for many light bulb moments in this webinar! \nRegister here: Registration and use code LIVE2020 at check out for FREE access \nTo build a strong foundation level of cancer knowledge we suggest completing the cancer (not so basics) series made up of cancer demystified\, metastasis explained and staging and grading of cancer. To view other live or pre recorded webinars in this series please visit Webinars – O’Halloran Consultancy
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/cancer-demystified-what-is-cancer-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T093949Z
UID:10000044-1761134400-1761141600@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Advancing Cancer Care through Genomics
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 22nd Oct 2025\, 12:00-14:00 \nCost/Format: Free\, online \nDescription: Cancer is affected by our genetics in many different ways. Multiple cancers can be influenced by our genes and the effectiveness of cancer treatment can vary according to our DNA. The healthcare environment has responded to emerging research findings by offering new testing options and innovative therapies based on the results of genetic testing. \nAttendees will hear from a panel of experts outlining the connection between genomics and cancer\, the patient experience\, cancer vaccines\, screening options and much more. \nAudience: This event is for healthcare professionals working in any specialism who are looking to learn more about cancer from a genomics perspective\, to increase their ability to identify when testing may be required\, to guide patients through the process and to learn how to speak to patients about inherited cancers and tailored treatments. \nLink to Register: Advancing Cancer Care through Genomics: A Session for Oncology\, Nursing\, and Allied Health Professionals
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/advancing-cancer-care-through-genomics/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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SUMMARY:Genomics Informed Medicines Optimisation Summit
DESCRIPTION:Are you a pharmacy professional or prescriber looking to learn more about pharmacogenomics and genomics informed medicines optimisation? \nOn 21 October 2025 from 09:30-16:00 at The Futures Inn\, Bristol\, Central and South Genomics and the South West Genomic Medicine Service are holding a one day educational summit on genomics informed medicines optimisation. \nFollow the link for more details.
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/genomics-informed-medicines-optimisation-summit/
LOCATION:The Futures Inn\, Bristol\, Bond Street South\, Bristol\, BS1 3EN\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250725T115325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T150427Z
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SUMMARY:MECC Training
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Monday 20th October 2025 – 12:45 – 16:00 \nVenue: Ringwood Library\, Christchurch Road Ringwood BH24 1DW \nCost: Free \nDescription: Making Every Contact Count (Healthy Conversation Skills) is a behaviour change method. This interactive workshop is about developing conversation skills which positively impact the way we interact with others\, helping them identify ways to improve their own health and wellbeing. \n\nDo you wonder how best you can help others?\nWould you like to support people to make a change?\nWant to find out how you can have more effective conversations?\n\nLink to Register: MECC Training – Ringwood Library Tickets\, Mon 20 Oct 2025 at 12:45
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/mecc-training/
LOCATION:Ringwood Library\, Christchurch Road\, Ringwood\, BH24 1DW
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T151300Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer Care for Everyone Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Thursday 9th October 2025\, 9:30-16:30 \nVenue: Voco Southampton by IHG (previously Holiday Inn)\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, SO15 1HJ \nCost: Free \nDescription: The purpose of this event is to explore why some people do not get the cancer care and support that they need\, and what makes a difference. Including: \n\nReal stories from people who have had cancer\nNew ideas to help more people access cancer care in the right place\, at the right time and with the right people\nHow those working in cancer care can take action to make sure everyone with cancer can access the care and support they need\n\nBy the end of the event\, you’ll be able to: \n\nRecognise what makes it hard for some people to access cancer care and supportive services\nIdentify ways to help more people get the care they need\nUnderstand how cancer can affect people’s finances and how to help\nThink about how you and your team can make cancer care fair for everyone\n\nAudience: This event is for those who work with people affected by cancer such as allied health professionals\, nurses\, doctors\, the supportive workforce\, and cancer support charities. We would also like to welcome those who may come into contact with people affected by cancer as part of their role\, such as those working in social care\, housing services\, or community support —for example social workers\, housing officers\, community outreach coordinators\, benefits advisors\, support workers\, and volunteers in local charities. \nLink to Register: Cancer Care for Everyone Conference Tickets
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/cancer-care-for-everyone-conference/
LOCATION:Voco Southampton by IHG\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, SO15 1HJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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SUMMARY:Psychological Five a Day
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Monday 6 October 2025\, 2pm-4pm \nSession 2: Date and Time: Monday 20 October 2025\, 2pm-4pm \nVenue: Room 11 and 12\, Education Centre\, Queen Alexandra Hospital\, Cosham Portsmouth PO6 3LY \nCost: Free \nDescription: Gain practical skills to help manage your stress levels and maintain a good work life balance. \nDr Kate Jenkins delivers her Psychological Five-a-Day Training for our cancer workforce. This course focusses on personal resilience and is aimed\nat the supportive workforce (Cancer Support Workers\, Cancer Care Coordinators\, Cancer Pathway Navigators and MDT Coordinators)\, although other cancer professionals are welcome to register. \nThe training runs for two hours over two sessions and participants must be able to attend both sessions. \nPlease note the date range of this event listing; the first date in this listing indicates the Day 1 session\, and the second date in this listing indicates the Day 2 session. \nA total of 95% of previous participants have agreed or strongly agreed that the course would have a positive impact on their wellbeing and have made reference to recognising stress and implementing coping mechanisms as a result of attending. \nAudience: This course is aimed at ALL STAFF working in cancer care. \nLink to Register: The Psychological 5 a day Tickets
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/psychological-five-a-day-2/
LOCATION:Queen Alexandra Hospital\, Portsmouth\, Portsmouth\, PO6 3LY
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250725T114020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T114020Z
UID:10000034-1759754700-1759766400@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:eMECC Healthy Conversation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Monday 6th October 2025 – 12:45 – 16:00 \nVenue: Online \nCost: Free \nDescription: Making Every Contact Count – Healthy Conversation Skills (commonly abbreviated to MECC) is a behavioural method which enables individuals to use an alternative approach when working with people to address their health and wellbeing. It is about altering the way we interact with others to improve their self-efficacy\, therefore helping them identify ways to improve their wellbeing. \n\nHow you can support someone to explore their own health and wellbeing\nHow using more effective responses can help people find their own solutions\nHow you can support someone to think about their own behaviour change plan\n\nAudience: This practical skills development training is primarily for front line workforces who have the opportunity to support others health and well-being \nLink to Register: eMECC Healthy Conversation Skills for Hants\, IOW\, Portsmouth & Southampton Tickets
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/emecc-healthy-conversation-skills/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250909T125201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T125351Z
UID:10000041-1759330800-1759334400@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Impairments in geriatric assessment and their associations with different grip strength cutoffs and components of the Short Physical Performance Battery among older adults with cancer
DESCRIPTION:Cost/Format: Free\, online \nDescription: What can grip strength tell us about the health of older adults with cancer? How do we interpret impairments in geriatric assessment tools—and what are the implications for clinical care? \nJoin Dr. Efthymios (Makis) Papadopoulos\, PhD\, Assistant Professor at Louisiana State University\, as he presents new findings on physical performance measures in geriatric oncology—and what they mean for risk stratification and care planning. \nAudience: This session is especially relevant for clinicians\, researchers\, and allied health professionals working to individualize care for older adults with cancer. \nLink to Register: Meeting Registration
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/impairments-in-geriatric-assessment-and-their-associations-with-different-grip-strength-cutoffs-and-components-of-the-short-physical-performance-battery-among-older-adults-with-cancer/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250701T095400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T095400Z
UID:10000020-1758877200-1758902400@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Innovations in the Breast Cancer Pathway
DESCRIPTION:Format: Face to Face training designed to help you streamline and strengthen your role within the breast cancer pathway. \nAudience: This meeting is ideal for NHS professionals working within Breast Cancer MDTs. This includes but is not limited to: \n\nBreast Cancer Matrons and Sisters\nClinical Nurse Specialist\nConsultant Nurse\nMedical Oncologists\nAcute Oncology Teams\nRadiologists\nSonographers\nBreast Surgeons and Oncoplastic surgeons\n\nFind out more
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/innovations-in-the-breast-cancer-pathway/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton\, Redcliffe Way\, Bristol\, BS1 6NJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250725T114724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T114724Z
UID:10000035-1758631500-1758643200@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:MECC - Continuing the Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Tuesday 23rd September 2025 – 12:45 – 16:00 \nVenue: Westridge Centre\, Brading Road\, Ryde\, PO33 1QS \nCost: Free \nDescription: This workshop is for people who have attended one of the following workshops: eMECC/ MECC Lite/ MECC 1. \n\nRefresh your Healthy Conversation Skills\nShare practice with peers\nLearn about other behaviour change techniques\n\nLink to Register: MECC – Continuing the Conversation – Westridge Centre\, Isle of Wight Tickets
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/mecc-continuing-the-conversation/
LOCATION:Westridge Centre\, Isle of Wight\, Brading Road\, Ryde\, PO33 1QS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250521T125801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T124729Z
UID:10000018-1758499200-1759795199@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Health Coaching Workshop Southampton
DESCRIPTION:Link: Health Coaching Training \nWorkshop 1: Date and Time: Monday 22 September 2025\, 9am-5pm \nWorkshop 2: Date and Time: Monday 6 October 2025\, 9am-5pm \nDescription: A fantastic opportunity has arisen for any staff working within secondary cancer care in Wessex who have regular contact with patients\, to access accredited Health Coaching Skills training which will equip you with conversational skills in your daily practice to support person-centred care and self-management for patients. \nHealth coaching can: \n\nunlock a person’s potential to enhance their own wellbeing\nhelp people take ownership of their health\nhelp a person to learn rather than teaching them\ndevelop skills and build confidence\n\nThe programme is delivered as two separate day-long workshops\, spaced one to two weeks apart to allow for practicing newly acquired skills. \nPlease note the date range of this event listing; the first date in this listing indicates the Day 1 workshop\, and the second date in this listing indicates the Day 2 workshop.  \nFor more information and to book onto a course\, follow the link to our Health Coaching Training page
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/health-coaching-workshop-southampton/
LOCATION:Princess Anne Hospital\, Southampton\, Coxford Road\, Southampton\, SO16 5YA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250701T121506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T121506Z
UID:10000021-1758153600-1758239999@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Nurse Training
DESCRIPTION:Format: Face to face or Virtual study Day (up to 8 hours taught) and up to 50 hours personal study to complete the passport. Clinically supervised time for SACT administration and assessment in practice \nDescription: Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) treatments can be complex and put patients at risk of significant and potentially fatal toxicities. There are also risks to those who handle SACT from occupational exposure if control measures are inadequate (HSE 2017). It is essential that staff are trained and assessed as competent to safely administer SACT (HSE 2017). Supporting patients and their carers during SACT is as important as safe drug delivery. \nCore knowledge components to be covered on the training: \n\nWhat is cancer?\nHow SACT drugs work\nRoutes of administration\nPatient assessment\nToxicities of SACT\nSafe handling & administration\nLegal & professional issues\nProphylactic/supportive/rescue interventions\nThe psychosocial impact of SACT treatment\nPatient education and self-care advice\nAdvancing SACT Practice – next steps?\n\nLink: WCA SACT Nurse Training Registration Form – 18th September 2025
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/systemic-anti-cancer-therapy-sact-nurse-training-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250911T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250819T102448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T102448Z
UID:10000038-1757590200-1757595600@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Prehabilitation and Pre-Treatment Interventions
DESCRIPTION:Format: Online \nDescription: Living With and Beyond Cancer. Prehabilitation and Pre-treatment Interventions Share and Learn Webinar. \nThere will be an opportunity to learn more about the new Macmillan clinical and implementation guidelines. \nRegister here: LWBC Share & Learn – Prehabilitation & Pre-treatment Interventions
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/prehabilitation-and-pre-treatment-interventions/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250908T084711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T084711Z
UID:10000040-1757442600-1757446200@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:The Role of Primary Care Nurses in Early Cancer Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:Cost/Format: Free\, online \nDescription: Join C the Signs in collaboration with the Royal College of Nursing for a free webinar exploring how primary care teams can improve early cancer diagnosis through clinical vigilance\, practical education\, and digital decision support. \nCancer remains one of the leading causes of death in the UK\, with nearly 50% diagnosed at a late stage. This session explores the vital role of nurses in identifying patients at risk – even when symptoms are vague or non-specific — and offers practical tools to support timely triage and referral. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nChallenges of early diagnosis in primary care\nNICE cancer guidelines – how they apply in real-world practice\nCase studies on FIT\, PSA\, cervical screening\, post-menopausal bleeding\, and more\nThe role of every team member in identifying and escalating cancer risk\nHow clinical decision support tools like C the Signs help streamline assessment and referrals\nShort Q&A at the end for a few questions\n\nAudience: Practice nurses\, advanced nurse practitioners\, healthcare assistants\, and any primary care clinician involved in the early identification or management of patients at risk of cancer. \nLink to Register: The role of primary care nurses in early cancer diagnosis
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/the-role-of-primary-care-nurses-in-early-cancer-diagnosis/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250701T141747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T141747Z
UID:10000031-1754040600-1754044200@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Staging & Grading of Cancer Explained!
DESCRIPTION:Format: Online \nDescription: Staging and grading are two of the biggest drivers in deciding what treatment our cancer patient may receive. Join us on this webinar and you will learn how staging and grading influence patient management and prognosis. You will become familiar with the similarities and differences between stage and grade\, and gain a good grasp of terms such as\, ‘well’ and ‘poorly differentiation’ with respect to tumours. \nYou will gain an appreciation of the fundamental principles of both staging and grading before going onto to cover more detailed aspects. Lots of really useful information in this webinar allowing you to understand more and partake more confidently in discussion with other professionals and patients alike. \nRegister here: Registration and use code LIVE2020 at check out for FREE access \nTo build a strong foundation level of cancer knowledge we suggest completing the cancer (not so basics) series made up of cancer demystified\, metastasis explained and staging and grading of cancer. To view other live or pre recorded webinars in this series please visit Webinars – O’Halloran Consultancy
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/staging-grading-of-cancer-explained/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250701T141043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T141043Z
UID:10000029-1753867800-1753871400@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Metastasis Explained! Why & How Cancer Spreads
DESCRIPTION:Format: Online \nDescription: Metastasis defines cancer! In this webinar\, you will learn why. You will begin to understand the characteristics that cancer cells derive which allow them to spread and the webinar will move onto explaining how cancer gets to different parts of the body. Direct\, lymphatic\, blood and transcoelomic (across a cavity) spread\, will all be explained\, leaving you will an all-round grasp of metastasis and its role in tumour progression. \nRegister here: Registration and use code LIVE2020 at check out for FREE access \nTo build a strong foundation level of cancer knowledge we suggest completing the cancer (not so basics) series made up of cancer demystified\, metastasis explained and staging and grading of cancer. To view other live or pre recorded webinars in this series please visit Webinars – O’Halloran Consultancy
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/metastasis-explained-why-how-cancer-spreads/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250728T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250728T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
CREATED:20250701T140420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T140420Z
UID:10000027-1753709400-1753713000@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Cancer Demystified - What is Cancer?
DESCRIPTION:Format: Online \nDescription: In this webinar\, you will learn about important aspects of cell biology and cell replication fundamental to understanding how cancer develops. You will learn how cells group together to form different tissues\, found in different places within the body. As the webinar develops you will begin to grasp important differences between epithelial and connective tissues\, and generate an understanding for the names we give tumours. Oncogenes and tumour suppressor genes will be introduced and their role within neoplasm formation. \nThroughout the webinar\, you will be introduced to much terminology – in-situ\, invasive\, carcinoma\, differentiation\, grade\, differentiation. Everything will be explained\, leaving you better equipped in your important roles…be prepared for many light bulb moments in this webinar! \nRegister here: Registration and use code LIVE2020 at check out for FREE access \nTo build a strong foundation level of cancer knowledge we suggest completing the cancer (not so basics) series made up of cancer demystified\, metastasis explained and staging and grading of cancer. To view other live or pre recorded webinars in this series please visit Webinars – O’Halloran Consultancy
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/cancer-demystified-what-is-cancer/
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UID:10000023-1752485400-1752508800@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Personalised Care and Support Planning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free \nPLEASE NOTE: As this training has been funded by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB\, only NHS and Local Authority employees in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are eligible to attend. \nFormat: Online \nDescription: Personalised Care and Support Planning (PCSP) is a core component of personalised care. This one-day\, online workshop\, will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to put high quality PCSP into practice. Attendees will receive an in-depth introduction to PCSP\, in the context of the NHS Universal Model of Personalised Care\, as well as practical advice and skills to implement PCSP into practice. \nLink to Register: Meeting Registration – Zoom
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/personalised-care-and-support-planning-workshop/
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UID:10000003-1752105600-1752191999@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Nurse Training
DESCRIPTION:Format: Face to face or Virtual study Day (up to 8 hours taught) and up to 50 hours personal study to complete the passport. Clinically supervised time for SACT administration and assessment in practice \nDescription: Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) treatments can be complex and put patients at risk of significant and potentially fatal toxicities. There are also risks to those who handle SACT from occupational exposure if control measures are inadequate (HSE 2017). It is essential that staff are trained and assessed as competent to safely administer SACT (HSE 2017). Supporting patients and their carers during SACT is as important as safe drug delivery. \nCore knowledge components to be covered on the training: \n\nWhat is cancer?\nHow SACT drugs work\nRoutes of administration\nPatient assessment\nToxicities of SACT\nSafe handling & administration\nLegal & professional issues\nProphylactic/supportive/rescue interventions\nThe psychosocial impact of SACT treatment\nPatient education and self-care advice\nAdvancing SACT Practice – next steps?\n\nLink: Registration Form
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/systemic-anti-cancer-therapy-sact-nurse-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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UID:10000002-1752053400-1752080400@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Service Development and Business Case
DESCRIPTION:Description: The course objectives are: \n\nTo understand the commissioning cycle and business planning process at both secondary and primary care level\nTo have the opportunity to complete\, in draft form\, your own business case\nTo present your case for critique and further development\n\nAudience: Aimed at NHS teams who are entering into business planning and negotiation with local/national Commissioners or Trusts. \nLink to Register: Service Development and Business Case Course London
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/service-development-and-business-case/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross\, 1 King’s Cross Rd\, London\, WC1X 9HX\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250709T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T221652
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UID:10000022-1752053400-1752076800@wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk
SUMMARY:Shared Decision Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Cost: Free \nPLEASE NOTE: As this training has been funded by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB\, only NHS and Local Authority employees in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are eligible to attend. \nFormat: Online \nDescription: Shared Decision Making is a core component of personalised care\, appropriate for 100% of the population.  This one-day\, online workshop\, will provide participants with an in-depth introduction to SDM\, the evidence and benefits\, as well as skills and tools to begin to put high quality shared decision making into practice. \nLink to Register: Meeting Registration – Zoom
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/shared-decision-making-workshop/
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