Manchester research means women diagnosed with womb cancer should now be routinely screened for the genetic condition Lynch syndrome (LS), following a new guideline issued by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Manchester cancer researcher Professor Gareth Evans was recently recognised for his work in advancing women’s health, after receiving a prestigious honorary fellowship by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).
This MAHSC Seminar Series event will showcase the great discovery and clinical science being undertaken in Manchester, and the impact of cancer prevention and early detection research on the population.
Vicky Woof, Research Assistant, Manchester Centre for Health Psychology, shares findings on how BRC research is helping improve breast screening services and address health inequalities for British-Pakistani women.
Manchester researchers have helped to reach an important breakthrough in the fight against endometrial cancer, with the development of non-invasive test for women.
Manchester Professor of Gynaecological Oncology Emma Crosbie, has been awarded a prestigious five-year grant to investigate whether urine testing can be used to screen women for risk of cervical cancer.
Professor Gareth Evans, BRC Cancer Prevention & Early Detection Theme Lead, has been elected as a fellow for the prestigious Learned Society of Wales.
Part of our biomarkers week, here we explain genomics research in Manchester, and how it's improving care for women at high risk of breast cancer.