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SUMMARY:Recognising and Responding to Cancer Related Psychological Distress
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday 5th October 2026\, 12:30 – 16:30 \nCost: Free \nVenue: VOCO Hotel\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, S015 1AG \nDescription: This targeted training package aims to help staff to recognise and respond appropriately when patients show signs of psychological distress in relation to their cancer investigations or diagnosis. \nDelivered by psychological professionals participants are guided to recognise different types of distress\, before considering the best strategies to respond to emotional distress including onward referral. \nAudience: Designed specifically for the patient-facing cancer workforce including cancer ward nurses / AHPs\, SACT nurses and supportive and assistive workforces. \nNote: This course may be useful for cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists who are new to the role\, but they will be expected to undertake the Level 2 Psychological Skills & Interventions Training course within their first year. Dates to be confirmed summer 2026. \nLink to Register
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/recognising-and-responding-to-cancer-related-psychological-distress-3/
LOCATION:Voco Southampton by IHG\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, SO15 1HJ
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SUMMARY:Could a Buddy Help? Volunteer Buddying Services
DESCRIPTION:Macmillan Buddies connects people living with cancer with trained volunteers who offer regular emotional support over telephone or video call. Through regular one-to-one telephone conversations\, Buddies provide a confidential space for individuals to share their experiences\, concerns and challenges with someone who is there to listen. \nWhat will I learn? \n\nHow the Buddies service works\nWho can access the service\nThe benefits of Buddying support\nHow to make a referral\n\nDate: Tuesday 6th October 2026 – 11:00-11:45 \nFormat: Online \nLink to Register
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/could-a-buddy-help-volunteer-buddying-services/
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SUMMARY:Wessex Practice Educators Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a face-to-face day designed specifically for Practice Educators working in cancer. This event has been shaped by your feedback and will focus on the real challenges and opportunities you’ve told us matter most. It is also a great opportunity to connect with colleagues across the region. \nPotential topics include \n\nImplications of NHS Workforce Plan (if published)\nMaking better use of technology/ Digital resources to support learning\nDevelopment Pathways – Learn & share\nSACT Updates\nPractice Educators & ACCEND\nEducation Opportunities for Your Workforce\nMacmillan Cancer Support Education resources\n\nDate: Wednesday 7th October 2026 – 09:30-16:30 \nVenue: Novotel\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton SO15 1RA \nEmail wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to register your place
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/wessex-practice-educators-forum/
LOCATION:Novotel\, Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T140000
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DTSTAMP:20261005T122445Z
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SUMMARY:What's New in Acute Cancer Care
DESCRIPTION:Join Macmillan for this webinar exploring all about what’s new in acute cancer care and how these changes are shaping day to day practice for professionals and patients in acute oncology. \nWhat will I learn? \nThe session will share innovations happening in acute oncology across the UK\, such as how virtual onco-toxicity clinics are helping people get quicker expert support closer to home\, and how Cancer SDECs are making same day specialist oncology care more accessible. We’ll also look at how Macmillan is influencing national thinking through the UK Acute and Supportive Oncology Collaborative\, making sure the voices of professionals and people living with cancer are heard where it counts. \nDate: Wednesday 7th October 2026 – 14:00-14:45 \nFormat: Online \nLink to Register
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/whats-new-in-acute-cancer-care/
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SUMMARY:Enhanced Communication Skills Training (ECST) for Registered Cancer Workforce
DESCRIPTION:This course provides HCPs (Band 4–6) with the communication skills needed to support patients and families throughout the cancer journey. Aligned with the NHS ACCEND framework\, it focuses on building confidence in balancing purpose-led conversations with patient needs\, applying structured approaches to communication\, and recognising behaviours that either enable or block meaningful dialogue. Through interactive discussion\, experiential exercises\, and bespoke role-play scenarios\, participants will learn to manage difficult conversations\, provide compassionate emotional support\, and improve patient experience and care coordination across diverse settings. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nDifferentiate between purpose-led and agenda-led conversations to ensure patient and family voices are central in care discussions\nApply structured communication approaches to explain treatments\, manage symptoms\, and coordinate care effectively with patients and colleagues\nRecognise and reduce blocking behaviours to improve trust\, openness\, and continuity of care\nRespond empathetically to emotional cues and strong emotions from patients and carers\, strengthening psychological and emotional support\nPractise communication strategies in safe\, experiential settings (e.g. forum theatre\, case-based scenarios) to prepare for sensitive conversations such as treatment decisions\, symptom management\, or signposting to support services\nEnhance confidence in their role as a key point of contact and coordinator\, supporting patients and families with clarity\, compassion\, and professionalism\n\nDate and Time: Thursday 8th October 2026\, 09:00-16:00 \nFormat: Online\, Zoom \nCost: Free \nEmail wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to register your interest
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/enhanced-communication-skills-training-ecst-for-registered-cancer-workforce/
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SUMMARY:Mainstreaming in Breast Services
DESCRIPTION:In alignment with the NHS 10-year goal\, the National Breast Imaging Academy (NBIA) is delivering this webinar to help breast teams learn the principles of genetic mainstreaming and how best to incorporate it into breast services. Faculty from across England will share the approaches adopted by their units and illustrate these with case presentations. \nAttendance certificate provided for CPD purposes. \nDate and Time: Thursday 8th October 2026\, 09:00-12:30 \nFormat: Online \nCost: Free \nLink to Register: Mainstreaming: Regional and Clinical case experiences Tickets\, Thursday\, October 8  •  9 AM – 12:30 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/mainstreaming-in-breast-services/
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SUMMARY:Shine Connect Conference - London
DESCRIPTION:Shine’s annual award-winning event brings together adults in their 20s\, 30s and 40s who have experienced a cancer diagnosis. This event not only gives you a chance to meet others and listen to the experiences of young adults with cancer but also to hear from experts in a range of fields. \nA choice of Workshops\, including: \n\nNavigating relationships\nManaging fatigue\nCoping with emotions\nBreathwork\nArt therapy\nRelaxation\n\nDate: Saturday 10th October 2026\, 09:30 – 16:30 \nCost: £35.00 \nVenue: No. 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, W1G 0AN \nLink:  Shine Connect conference | Shine Cancer Support
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/shine-connect-conference-london/
LOCATION:11 Cavendish Square\, 11 Cavendish Square\, London\, W1G 0AN
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