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COP26 has dominated the headlines for the last few weeks and the impact of climate change needs to remain high on everyone\u2019s agenda for years to come. Every nation, society and population needs to bring about changes in their ways of life to reduce carbon emissions now. Our food intake must be a key part of this strategy notably healthy eating patterns with significantly less meat and more vegetable based diets. The good news around this approach is that it can also be a cost saving. In a new \u00a0new paper published in the Lancet \u00a0healthy and sustainable dietary patterns […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
The best made plans\u2026.need patient involvement! The work of the Scottish Government\u2019s Cancer Prehabilitation Implementation Steering Group continues, with working groups on nutrition, psychological health and digital support moving forward and identifying practical approaches to implementing prehab guidance into practice. A key part of this work is understanding the patient perspective and work is underway to try and address issues that have been raised by patients in the past that could impact significantly on potential benefits. One of the greatest concerns is how patients can fit in prehabilitation whilst also undergoing and attending the necessary tests, treatments and appointments that […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Don\u2019t miss out and make sure you have signed up to the SCPN blog page https:\/\/scpnblog.wordpress.com\/\u00a0 to receive all of our latest blogs straight to your inbox. Here are some our most recent blogs:- In Scotland, every year around 4,700 people are diagnosed with breast cancer. Raising awareness of breast cancer is key to achieving Breast Cancer Now\u2019s vision that by 2050, everyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live and be supported to live well. To improve survival rates, people with breast cancer must be diagnosed as early as possible, when the chances of successful treatment are at their […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
It is less than six weeks to Christmas and already the marketing is in place to encourage indulgence and make up for the Covid winter of\u00a0 2020. Celebration and sparkle for us all in the form of fizzy wines and beers as we prepare for the reduced prices from 2023 that the chancellor thinks will be good for the economy and good for the nation. Drinkaware research\u00a0 reveals that almost two-thirds (61%) of UK drinkers over-indulge with alcohol over the festive season more than they usually do, and one in five (18%) say they typically suffer more hangovers during this […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
This work builds on the ground-breaking Third Expert Report and accompanying Cancer Prevention Recommendations, published in 2018 [https:\/\/www.wcrf.org\/diet-and-cancer\/]. Despite progress towards understanding cancer prevention, there is still much to learn. In addition, with improved diagnosis and treatment, there is a growing population of people living beyond cancer. Therefore, it is important to understand how diet, nutrition and physical activity can improve long-term health and prolong survival after a cancer diagnosis. The findings from the First, Second and Third Expert Reports have been remarkably consistent, giving confidence that WCRF\/AICR\u2019s Cancer Prevention Recommendations are firmly evidence-based. Rather than reviewing the evidence in […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
If you have paid attention to our #scpnscience twitter posts over the last few months, you\u2019ll have seen there has been some fantastic research published since our last e-digest! Here is a round-up of published articles we have found interesting at the SCPN. This research lays the groundwork for future clinical trials aimed at investigating whether moderate to vigorous exercise can ward off what is commonly referred to as “chemo brain,” a decline in cognitive function many breast cancer patients experience. Cancer-related cognitive decline is an important clinical problem for which interventions are needed. Physical activity is a promising intervention; […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Professor Sir Pat Forrest Obituary Professor Sir Pat Forrest, who founded the Scottish Cancer Foundation along with Professor John Evans, died at the age of 98 on August 7, 2021.\u00a0\u00a0 He was truly one of the giants of 20th century surgery, and his contributions to the management of breast cancer were unparalleled.\u00a0 Through his research and the subsequent \u201cForrest Report\u201d he was responsible for the introduction of breast cancer screening to the NHS in 1988.\u00a0 Perhaps even more importantly, however, he recognised the benefit to patients from site-specific specialization in cancer treatment.\u00a0 At the outset of his career, breast cancer […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Scottish Cancer Conference Monday 29 November 2021 For\u00a0the first time in two years, the Scottish Cancer Conference is back, taking place on Monday 29th November 2021. This will be a unique gathering of organisations involved with cancer; from patients to pharmaceutical companies and from clinicians to charities, presenting an unrivalled opportunity to share, learn, network and understand the latest development in our combined efforts to beat cancer. Last year\u2019s conference was cancelled due to the impact of the pandemic. As COVID-19 has not gone away, this year\u2019s conference will feel quite different to previous versions. It will be hosted […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
It\u2019s that time of year again, and so to go hand in hand with our advent blog, here we present The SCPN\u2019s \u2018Alternative Advent\u2019\u2026. Commercial marketing has sold us that the Christmas countdown should include an Advent calendar chocolate before breakfast. In more recent years Advent calendars have become more extravagant with alcohol companies offering their own calendars including 24 miniature spirits for each day of Advent. Excess body fat is associated with increased risk of 13 cancers and we are seeing significant increases in many of these cancers at younger ages. Action is needed at all levels to help […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Summer ahead\u2026the days roll on and vaccines roll out. Lots of talk of normality ahead but before that is catch up \u2013 a long catch up. The Scottish Cancer Recovery Plan is in action with efforts on every front from prevention, prehab and service redesign. For some of us the changes from lockdown to easing comes with joy but also challenges as we mentally adjust to what is new, what has gone and uncertain futures. A time to start a new, reflect on what is good, set new (achievable) goals and feel some sunshine ahead (even on a Scottish staycation). […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Don\u2019t miss out and make sure you have signed up to the SCPN blog page https:\/\/scpnblog.wordpress.com\/\u00a0 to receive all of our latest blogs straight to your inbox. Here are some our most recent blogs:- For most, vaccines are a welcome addition to routine care, but for some they are perceived as dangerous and threatening.\u00a0 In this blog, we hope to illustrate how vaccines contribute to the health of the population and we will start with their role in cancer control. Vaccines, Vaccines, Vaccines Easing back to normality after lockdown.\u00a0 Reasons for feeling stressed or worried will be […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Cancer prehabilitation is an emerging field, with a growing evidence base that requires further evaluation in a Scottish context. As a result, the Scottish Government has convened a group of experts to form the Cancer Prehabilitation Steering Group (CPISG), and 3 subgroups: Digital, Psychological Well-being and the Nutritional Care Advisory Board. The CPISG (Chaired by Prof. Annie Anderson) will support and oversee the implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive cancer prehabilitation offer in Scotland by March 2023. The subgroups will look to: Develop a digital offer that will support the delivery of tri-modal prehabilitation, improve access to education and training, […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
If you have been following our #scpnscience twitter posts over the last few months, you\u2019ll have seen there has been some fantastic research published since our last e-digest! Here is a round-up of published articles we have found interesting at the SCPN. Evidence for the beneficial role of physical activity in improving health outcomes and health-related quality of life of people living with or beyond cancer is growing, however this has not translated into higher physical activity levels being undertaken by cancer patients. In this systematic scoping review, Elshahat and colleagues investigated attitudes, perceptions, preferences and barriers vs. facilitators to […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
The aim of the ActWELL study was to measure how well a weight management programme (ActWELL), delivered by Breast Cancer Now (BCN) lifestyle coaches, was at helping women lose weight and become more physically active. It is estimated that around 30% of breast cancers in post-menopausal women are related to lifestyle, while a sustained weight loss of between 2-4.5kg is associated with an 18% lower risk of breast cancer. The study recruited 560 women, at routine breast screening appointments, with 278 in the lifestyle programme and 281 in a comparison group, receiving standard care (i.e. no offer of support). ActWELL […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
NCRI Festival Each year NCRI\u00a0host the UK\u2019s largest cancer conference to bring together the brightest scientific and medical minds to advance cancer research in the UK. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the difficult decision to postpone all NCRI\u00a0face-to-face events, including the annual Conference was made. In its place, NCRI\u00a0decided to bring to you the\u00a0\u2018NCRI Festival\u2019\u00a0from\u00a08-12 November 2021.\u00a0Abstract submission\u00a0is open until\u00a013 June\u00a0and you can\u00a0secure your place\u00a0at the\u00a0earlybird rate until\u00a030 June. Incase you missed it.. here is a great webinar you can replay on Remote Delivery of Behaviour Change Interventions Across the Cancer Continuum Access the webinar here Eating well […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
At the end of the school year, we all want to give our teachers a gift to thank them for all of their hard work.\u00a0 But some teachers can end up with 30 bottles of wine\u2026.which nobody needs!!! Here are some alternative gift ideas to show teachers how much we appreciate them, without the extra calories\u2026 <\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Welcome to our final e-digest of 2020. This\u00a0 year has been dominated by COVID19 although we all know that cancer prevention, screening and diagnosis and treatment remain as important and challenging as they always have been. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The Scottish cancer coalition (https:\/\/scottishcancercoalition.org.uk\/) have never been busier with communicating issues and challenges about cancer care. For more information about their work and concerns\u00a0 see their new twitter account (@ScotCancerCo). One area that is set to develop further in 2021 and beyond is Prehabilitation services (see article below). Lifestyle behaviours including nutrition, physical activity\/exercise, alcohol and smoking issues are important at all life […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>
Don\u2019t miss out and make sure you have signed up to the SCPN blog page https:\/\/scpnblog.wordpress.com\/\u00a0 to receive all of our latest blogs straight to your inbox. Here are some our most recent blogs:- Dr Suzanne Zaremba, Registered Nutritionist and SCPN Fellow, clears up some of the confusion with regard to vitamin D intakes, with evidence of Scots being unaware of the benefits of taking vitamin D supplements and uncertainty of which supplements to take \u2013 You can have your Vitamin D and eat it. Our twitter campaign #scpnswaptober saw many of you get involved in making mindful, simple […]<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>