Get A-Head Charity
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Our Mission is to raise money to help people and their families suffering from head and neck diseases, including cancer.
Birmingham, UK
Joined May 2010
Get A-Head has donated £40,000 towards the £270,000 cost of a major UK-wide audit into head and neck cancer aiming to identify improvements in care and outcomes. Read more 👉
getahead.org.uk
A major UK-wide audit into head and neck cancers is about to get under way with backing from leading specialist charity Get A-Head.
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We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team for Get A-Head's 30th anniversary ball this November at the fabulous Hilton Birmingham Metropole. If you're organised, passionate and have an interest in fundraising, we want to hear from you!.
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Could brushing your teeth save your life? 🪥. Encouraging new research led by the American Cancer Society suggests that regularly brushing and flossing your teeth could drastically reduce the risk of developing head and neck cancers. More via @nypost -
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Recent research suggests that Gen X and millennial Americans are at higher risk of developing several different cancers than older generations, but could the key to prevention lie in our morning...
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We need your help! 🫵. We're looking for highly organised, enthusiastic and passionate people to volunteer at our 30th anniversary #charity ball this November at the fabulous Hilton Birmingham Metropole. 🪩. 👉
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We're honoured that Harry Bromwich will be running this year's Oxford Half Marathon raising money for Get A-Head!. You can find out more and support Harry's efforts here:
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Across September we have been taking part in #ThyroidCancerAwarenessMonth. Seek medical advice if you have any of these symptoms -. Non-painful lump in the front lower neck, sore throat, difficulty swallowing/breathing, pain in the front of the neck.
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A huge thank you to everyone who has helped us support the 12th annual #HeadAndNeckCancer Awareness Week. We, along with many other organisations here in the UK and across Europe, will continue to support and improve the lives of those with head and neck cancer. @MakeSenseCmpn
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Did you know some types of #HPV are known to increase the risk factors of #HeadAndNeckCancer eg, throat, tongue and tonsils. Let’s work together to educate others and prevent new cases @MakeSenseCmpn
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Let’s talk about the risk factors for #HeadAndNeckCancer. Did you know that approximately 3 out of 4 head and neck cancers are thought to be linked to tobacco or alcohol consumption?. Help us spread the message and drive down cases across Europe @MakeSenseCmpn
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The lifesaving #1for3 rule can help guide when you should seek medical attention if you experience potential symptoms of #HeadAndNeckCancer. If you have any ONE of these symptoms for THREE weeks, seek medical help. 👇
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Today, we’re sharing the story of cancer survivor Mark Allen to help raise greater awareness of the risks of #HeadAndNeckCancer. Mark’s plea – don’t put off seeking medical advice if you think something is not quite right. @MakeSenseCmpn.
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Our thoughts are with radio presenter Jamie Theakston after revealing he has stage 1 laryngeal cancer. Laryngeal cancer affects the voice box and around 2,300 people in the UK are diagnosed with it each year. Via @MailOnline-
dailymail.co.uk
Jamie Theakston has revealed that he has stage 1 laryngeal cancer.
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Today marks the start of the 12th annual #HeadAndNeckCancer Awareness Week. With the @MakeSenseCmpn we are looking to raise awareness and improve head and neck cancer prevention, diagnosis and care. #EqualAccessEqualCare
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Did you know that by 2030, it is estimated that the number of new cases of #HeadAndNeckCancer will increase by more than 200,000. This is why next week, we will be joining the @MakeSenseCmpn and would love for you to show your support by helping us to spread the message.
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Save the date! 📆. Book your tickets for our 30th anniversary charity ball this November at the fabulous Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel. We can't wait to see you there - find out more and book a table:
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A huge thank you to Harry Bromwich who will be running this year's Oxford Half Marathon raising money for Get A-Head! 🏃♂️. Via @TheOxfordMail -
oxfordmail.co.uk
A 20-year-old who had major surgery as a child to avoid a hereditary form of cancer is set to take part in this year's Oxford Half Marathon.
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We're glad to hear that the Princess of Wales has completed her course of chemotherapy following the announcement in an incredibly personal video. 💜. Via @BBCNews
bbc.co.uk
The Princess of Wales has completed her chemotherapy and says this year has been "incredibly tough".
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This November we're celebrating our 30th anniversary ball at the fabulous Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel. There'll be live music from the superbly talented @RPJBand and it's all in support of those affected by #headandneckdiseases. 👉
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Don't miss out on the party of the year!. Join us in celebrating 30 years of Get A-Head at our anniversary ball this November 23 at the fabulous Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel. Tables are selling fast so make sure you get yours booked well in advance:
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BBC presenter Lauren Laverne has revealed she is undergoing treatment for cancer. Lauren's diagnosis was caught early but many people still ignore the symptoms. Catching signs early is the best chance we have of preventing and curing cancer. @SkyNews
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