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Join Professor Fitzgerald at her Annual Event

Please join our Clinical Trustee Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald at her annual patient event at Westminster College Hall in Cambridge on Friday 14th October 2022.
It's a hole in one for HCUK at Worplesdon!

Since being announced as charity of the year for Worplesdon Golf Club in Surrey, we have been working hard to organise the club’s charity golf day.
Caring for Heartburn and Cancer Patients Event

Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald would like to invite you to our annual patient evening event where attendees will have the opportunity to ask the experts a question.
The mobile diagnostic unit enters it's next phase

The mobile diagnostic unit has moved from Chelmsford to it's new temporary home at Hartismere Community Hospital in Suffolk.

Persistent heartburn

Heartburn is a burning sensation behind the breast bone, usually caused by acid and/or bile reflux. It is a common symptom - however - if you have suffered from heartburn for more than three weeks and regularly have to take off-the-shelf medicines to relieve it, you should talk to your doctor.
Oesophageal cancer

Oesophageal cancer - Early Symptoms, Causes, Prognosis, Prevalence, Diagnosis and Treatment
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.
Information for those with acid reflux

Simple food and lifestyle tips from our resident dietitian that may help to reduce acid reflux and heartburn symptoms
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.
LINACRE Trial

The Oxford Clinical Trials Unit are applying for funding for an exciting new clinical trial for patients with Barrett’s Oesophagus. Recruited patients will be randomly selected to either continue with life long medication or have a device, called a LINX, fitted at the base of the oesophagus to reduce the symptoms associated with Barrett's.
Basingstoke Support Group

Welcome to the homepage of the Barrett's, Stomach and Oesophageal Cancer support group based in Basingstoke, Hampshire.
Newsletters

Visit our Heartburn Cancer UK newsletter page to read at our current and historic editions.
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.
Danny's Story

Danny lost his short battle with oesophageal cancer on the 21st February 2021. His family want to share his story to encourage others to seek medical advice if they have any health concerns.