#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek
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"Most patients will first see their GP with symptoms; we need to understand where delays happen."

In collaboration with @sarcoma.org.uk, we're funding Dr Rafiq to study GP referral delays for sarcoma patients 🩺

Read our interview: ow.ly/4uM550X5Axl

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #CouldItBeBoneCancer
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October 7, 2025 at 10:18 AM
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In #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we're asking: #CouldItBeBoneCancer? 🎗️

Know the signs, trust your instincts, and reach out to your GP if something doesn't feel right.

Contact our team via Tel: 0800 111 4855 (Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm) or by emailing support@bcrt.org.uk 🧡

#Awareness #UntilTheresACure
October 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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For #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we're shining a light on misdiagnosis to help reduce life-threatening delays.

From Monday 6th October, share your misdiagnosis on social media using #CouldItBeBoneCancer.

Your story could change someone else's 🧡

Visit: ow.ly/QlGE50X4aLc

#UntilTheresACure
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September 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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This #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, meet Lewis, who was diagnosed with adamantinoma at 8 years old.

His pain was documented for years before his diagnosis. Unfortunately, it was dismissed 📕

Visit: ow.ly/2PJO50X5FB9

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#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
October 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Earlier this year we proudly invested £800,000 into vital #EwingSarcoma research in partnership with the @bcrt-uk.bsky.social and @greatormondst.bsky.social, collectively funding four groundbreaking new bone cancer research projects.

Find out more at https://bit.ly/4kqXOxS

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek
October 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Lewis was diagnosed with adamantinoma in his shinbone at just 8 years old.

For #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, he shares his powerful story to raise life-changing awareness of the signs & symptoms 🎗️

Visit: ow.ly/4wEJ50X5J4N

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#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
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October 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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“If sharing my story means that bone cancer is spoken about more in healthcare, that’s the main thing.”

In #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, Sophie’s voice is driving real change 🧡

Read her story in @the-independent.com : ow.ly/zeH050X6Xrm

#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
Nurse who dismissed pain as muscle injury has leg amputated after rare tumour found
Sophie Fay first noticed an aching pain behind her knee in March 2024
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October 7, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Sophie, an intensive care nurse @england.nhs.uk, was 25 years old when her bone cancer symptoms were dismissed.

Seven months later, she lost her leg.

Learn more: ow.ly/Uvty50X5zFv

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek
#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
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October 6, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Adamantinoma research update 🧬

Thanks to donated tumour samples, scientists at @unileiden.bsky.social have:

- Identified a new subtype
- Found clues in immune cells
- Moved towards better diagnosis

Visit: ow.ly/TUel50X5It2

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#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #UntilTheresACure
October 10, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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“My tumour was found completely accidentally. Nobody was looking for it; no one even considered it."

In #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we're sharing real experiences to raise awareness of missed symptoms & delayed diagnosis 🎥

Visit: ow.ly/Lm7A50X5CqN

#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
October 7, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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During #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we stand with everyone affected by primary bone sarcomas. Among these, Osteosarcoma and Ewing Sarcoma are the most common seen in children.

Though rare, they demand greater awareness and stronger research investment to improve outcomes and advance new treatments.
October 10, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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"You could save somebody's limb, but most importantly you could save their life."

Georgia was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at just 15 years old.

Today, she’s a doctor sharing her story where it matters most: amongst her peers 🩺

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #CouldItBeBoneCancer
October 12, 2025 at 6:08 AM
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#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek is here!

This October, we're calling for urgent change to help save lives.

Please share this post to raise life-changing awareness 🧡

Learn more: ow.ly/SOiH50X5G58

#CouldItBeBoneCancer #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
Patient in hospital gown with braided hair lying in a hospital bed during Bone Cancer Awareness Week, October 6-12.
October 6, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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It's #InternationalCoffeeDay ☕

This October, in honour of #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we're providing FREE Costa Coffee vouchers to primary bone cancer or tumour patients to enjoy a treat and connect 🧡

Apply: ow.ly/EYzp50X4eWF

#Support #UntilTheresACure
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October 1, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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As we close out #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, #SPAGN is proud to stand alongside @bcrt-uk.bsky.social to shine a light on bone cancer.

We're raising awareness of the signs and symptoms through this year’s #CouldItBeBoneCancer campaign.

Learn more and get involved at:
www.bcrt.org.uk/awareness/bo...
A graphic describing the symptoms of bone cancer which include: Painkillers may not help (and pain can become worse at night) Tenderness of the area Bone pain (which can be constant or may come and go) Problems with Mobility (such as still joints or restricted movement) Bruising easily A lump or swelling (may be seen or felt) An unexplained limp A bone fracture Tiredness, Fever, Weight Loss or Muscle Tone may also be experienced The caption at the top reads "Could it be bone cancer?" and the bottom has the Hashtag Bone Cancer Awareness Week.
October 10, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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It's #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek

At Sarcoma UK, we’re here for everyone living with bone sarcoma. Our new bone sarcoma booklet offers clear, reliable information on diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and where to find support.

shop.sarcoma.org.uk/product/unde...
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October 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Thank you bone cancer community 🧡

Awareness doesn't end here, but this week, you have made a lasting impact.

To help us continue this vital work all year-round, please consider making a donation: ow.ly/4sKv50Xa8lB

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #CouldItBeBoneCancer #UntilTheresACure
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October 12, 2025 at 6:09 AM
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This #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek, we're in Wales for the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Conference.

At the event, we're raising life-changing awareness of the signs & symptoms with GPs across the UK 🩺

Please visit us and say hello!

#RCGPAC #GPCommunity #Awareness #UntilTheresACure
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October 9, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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This autumn, we're hosting two @sheffielduni.bsky.social medical students!

Their project will address a critical issue: primary bone cancer misdiagnosed as 'growing pains' in children.

We look forward to sharing more soon 🩺

#BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #CouldItBeBoneCancer #UntilTheresACure
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October 8, 2025 at 12:39 PM