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Join us for our forthcoming virtual event - Friday 6th November - 5pm

Our East Anglia support group have arranged a fantastic event which is not to be missed - Caring for Heartburn & Cancer Patients in the Age of COVID. More details and instructions on how to book are included in this article.
Launching the HCUK online support group

Does oesophageal cancer or Barrett's oesophagus affect you? Would you like to be able to talk to others in a similar position but don't know anyone? We have a solution that might suit you....
The BEST3 Trial

One of our Trustees, Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald, is leading the BEST3 Trial which is hoped to make diagnosing Barrett's oesophagus and oesophageal cancer less invasive for patients.
Add-Aspirin Trial

Add-Aspirin is a large clinical trial taking place in the UK, Republic of Ireland and India. The trial aims to involve 11,000 participants to help find out whether using regular aspirin after treatment of early stage cancer can help stop the cancer coming back.

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Persistent heartburn

Persistent heartburn. Do not ignore persistent heartburn and if lasting more than 3 weeks, see your GP. Persistent heartburn can often mean cancer maybe starting.
Barrett's oesophagus

Barrett’s oesophagus, often known as just Barrett’s, is a condition that affects the lining of the oesophagus. Cancer of the oesophagus is more likely in people who have Barrett’s.
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Oesophageal cancer

Oesophageal cancer is when abnormal cells in the food pipe grow in an uncontrolled way. Oesophageal cancer can occur in the lower or upper part of the oesophagus.
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Your donations allow us to continue our work in raising awareness of the early symptoms of oesophageal cancer, to provide essential information to the public and the medical profession and to support those affected by oesophageal cancer and Barrett's Oesophagus and their families.
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Giving in memory

Giving in memory of someone special can be a positive way to celebrate their life, as well as being of great comfort to friends and family. Our tribute funds create a lasting memorial to your loved one and are completely personal to you.
Buy your greetings cards

Browse a selection of over 1300 greetings cards from our partner, Making a Difference Cards, and raise funds for Heartburn Cancer UK whilst letting your loved ones know that you care.
Heartburn Cancer's first ever Charity Skydive

On Saturday 19th September 2020 HCUK held it's very first Charity Skydive Event at Old Sarum Park in Wiltshire.
Lifestyle changes

There are foods and substances that make reflux more likely. Avoiding or reducing certain food and drink may therefore reduce symptoms.