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SUMMARY:Staging & Grading of Cancer Explained!
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Tuesday 20th January 2026 – 13:30 – 14:30 \nCost: Please contact the Alliance for the code to gain free access – wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk \nFormat: 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 \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-4/
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SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Wednesday 21st January 2026\, 8:30-17:30 \nSession 2: Date and Time: Thursday 22nd January 2026\, 8:30-17:00 \nVenue: Novotel Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA \nCost: Free \nDescription: We can offer the opportunity for experienced cancer nurses to undertake the 2-day experiential Advanced Communication Skills Training (ACST) Course. \nThis is considered the “gold standard” of communications skills training for the cancer workforce. The course is led by experienced trained facilitators and involves the use of actors in scenarios. Content includes: \n\nbreaking bad news\nshared decision making\ntransition to palliative care\n\nYou will need to have an enhanced level of communications skills training prior to applying for this course. \nAudience: This course is aimed at senior healthcare professionals (band 6 or above) to enhance their communication skills in more challenging scenarios such as. Due to funding restrictions\, this offer can only be offered to health care professionals whose primary role focuses on supporting people with a cancer diagnosis. \nTo Register: Email wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to request an application form
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/advanced-communication-skills/
LOCATION:Novotel\, Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Testicular Cancer: Anatomy & Oncology
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 21st January 2026 – 09:30 – 10:30 \nCost: Please contact the Alliance for the code to gain free access – wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk \nFormat: Online \nDescription: Join me for this webinar and learn about testicular cancer\, the most common of cancers in men aged between 15yrs and 50yrs. Eminently curable. Come and learn about the different types and how and what tumour markers can be used to help identify and manage this cancer. \nRegister here: Registration \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/testicular-cancer-anatomy-oncology/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T130000
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SUMMARY:ACCEND and your ePortfolio
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 21st January 2026\, 12:30-13:00 \nFormat: Online\, MS Teams \nCost: Free \nDescription: Boost your professional development with ACCEND and the ePortfolio. Join our lunchtime Q+A session to learn how to: \n\nSign up for the ePortfolio\nRecord your learning and achievements\nAsk your questions live\n\nSee a live demonstration of the ePortfolio\, get step-by-step help and pick up tips for using ACCEND. \nRegister or log in to the ePortfolio: Cancer Alliance Education ePortfolio \nLink to Join: Join the meeting
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/accend-and-your-eportfolio/
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SUMMARY:CAN-LEAD Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 22nd January 2026 \nCost: Free \nVenue: Birmingham City University: City South Campus\, Westbourne Road\, Birmingham\, B15 3TN \nDescription: The CAN-LEAD Conference is your gateway to bold ideas\, transformative leadership\, and the cutting-edge of cancer care. Designed for healthcare professionals\, inclusive of operational managers across the cancer pathway\, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect\, learn\, and be inspired. \nWhy attend? \n\nHear inspiring\, real-world stories of change and transformation in cancer care.\nWitness our talented students showcase their innovative projects and solutions.\nNetwork with colleagues\, leaders\, and experts from across the region and beyond.\nEngage in an uplifting\, free event that will energise and inspire your practice.\nEnjoy some fun freebies while you’re at it!\n\nOpen to all. Free to attend. Funded by NHS England. \nLink to Register: CAN-LEAD Conference 2026 Tickets\, Thu\, Jan 22\, 2026 at 9:30 AM | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/can-lead-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Birmingham City University\, Westbourne Road\, Birmingham\, B15 3TN
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SUMMARY:Prostate Cancer: Anatomy & Oncology
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Thursday 22nd January 2026 – 09:30 – 10:30 \nCost: Please contact the Alliance for the code to gain free access – wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk \nFormat: Online \nDescription: Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. In this webinar\, you will be introduced to the anatomy of the prostate and begin to understand how this relates to the common symptoms associated with prostate cancer. The risk factors for prostate cancer will be explored and you will learn about the relationship between male hormones and prostate cancer\, and how we can use this knowledge to inform possible treatment strategies. \nStaging and the Gleason Grading scale will be explored and you will learn about the treatments available for prostate cancer. An excellent all-round introduction to this disease which will leave you better equipped to talk about this disease with confidence. \nRegister here: Registration \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/prostate-cancer-anatomy-oncology/
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Cervical Screening Drop-in Session (LD)
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Thursday 22nd January 2026\, 12:30-13:15 \nFormat: Online\, MS Teams \nCost: Free \nDescription: This is an opportunity to share good practice\, updates and discuss scenarios. Learning disability health facilitators will be available to support with queries.\n \nAudience: Sessions are open to sample takers\, administrators\, screening leads and cancer care coordinators. \nLink to Join: Join the meeting now
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/quarterly-cervical-screening-drop-in-session-ld-2/
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SUMMARY:Inherited Cancer - The Role of the Nurse
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Thursday 22nd January 2026\, 13:00 – 14:00 \nCost: Free \nFormat: Online webinar \nDescription: The South West Genomic Medicine Service is delighted to be hosting a January Lunch & Learn session on inherited cancer and genomics. \nThis free webinar will explore the vital role nurses play in identifying and supporting patients with inherited cancer. \nJoin us to: \n\nHear about work in Lynch Syndrome\, breast\, ovarian and prostate mainstream testing\nReceive details of resources to support nurses and midwives\nLearn about next steps on the horizon for inherited cancer care\n\nAudience: These sessions are aimed at anyone in a healthcare role: nurses\, doctors\, AHPs\, pharmacists\, midwives\, and all healthcare professionals with an interest in knowing more about genomics and its relevancy to their clinical practice. \nLink to Register: – South West Genomic Medicine Service
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/inherited-cancer-the-role-of-the-nurse/
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