Matt black
@Mattblack16
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I talk a lot about Bowel Cancer and the signs to look out for.Passionate about telling my story to help others
Joined August 2012
I shared my story of surviving #cancer along with @stephenfry @DrHilaryJones and others as it is so important to see your GP if you think you have any signs. The brilliant team at @RoyalFreeNHS saved my life and I’ll always be grateful @CR_UK @bowelcanceruk @NHSuk
Cancer survivors, including @stephenfry, are encouraging people with potential cancer symptoms to come forward. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable. Your NHS wants to see you. Just contact your GP practice. https://t.co/QfWzIpOqIT
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@Mattblack16 "If it wasn’t for the care of family and the brilliance of the medical team at the Royal Free Hospital I would not be here..." Matt was diagnosed with bowel cancer and underwent a successful operation in the height of the pandemic. He is now a Bowel Research UK Ambassador. 3/3
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@Mattblack16: "I realise that I was possibly my own worst enemy. I acknowledge that I do fit the typical stereotype of a man who did not want to go to the doctor and it was, in all probability, because subconsciously I didn’t want to face up to the facts of my illness..." 2/3
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Men are at slightly more risk of bowel cancer than women yet it is generally accepted that men are more resistant to visiting the doctor when something is wrong. So this #InternationalMensDay, if you're experiencing any symptoms 👇 please book an appt with your doctor today!
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I was honoured to be asked by @BowelResearch to speak alongside @kathryn_Shiels and @tiffstevenson to talk about my Bowel Cancer experience and why bowel research is so important to save lives
Our CEO Kathryn Pretzel-Shiels and advocate Matt Black spoke with host Tiff Stevenson about why bowel research matters and how early diagnosis saves lives. #PTCA 2/4
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Delighted to be asked to be part of this important campaign to persuade government to invest in research targeting, particularly targeting the most deadly cancers .@CR_UK
A new study from @LSHTM we funded has revealed a 92-percentage point gap in 10-year survival between the most & least deadly cancers. It's vital the National Cancer Plan for England transforms cancer care & boosts survival across all cancer types.
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An important message regarding seeking help of you notice change in your body- it saved my life .
🔴 Four ways to get a stubborn man to go to the doctor https://t.co/Frohv5M4JE
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Honoured to be asked to be part of this important campaign to create awareness of the signs for Bowel Cancer- if you notice any changes in your body please don’t ignore them and get checked @bowelcanceruk @getonaroll @Andrex_UK
[3/3] Read more about our partnership and the ways we’re working together towards a future where nobody dies of #BowelCancer👇 https://t.co/3BbgvtLxIA
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My latest blog for Bowel Research UK . Luckily for me @hollyblack1 @LeoJosephBlack and @stefblack846 realised something was not right .@BowelResearch @bowelcanceruk @ACPGBI
Matt's latest blog offers an insightful look into men's reluctance to visit the doctor, underscored by his personal experience. Alongside revealing statistics, he shares how he managed to overcome his own hesitation in reaching out to his local GP: https://t.co/kINvAgEfUT
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https://t.co/x9QNjnkEh8 I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by @AshleyUsiskin as part of his series The Gift Of Help talking about my Bowel Cancer Experience.@bowelcanceruk @BowelResearch @CR_UK @BowelbabeF @BobbyMooreFund
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I was fortunate enough to meet Dane Debra James who encouraged me to talk about my experience of Bowel Cancer and not to be afraid.
Today we remember Dame Deborah James ( @bowelbabe ). She was an inspiration, and we’re proud to call her our patron and friend. She was a beacon of light whose legacy will continue to save lives for many years to come💛 Read our tribute to Deborah 👇
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Wear Your Football Shirt to Work Day today, organized by The Bobby Moore Football Foundation. Sharing Matt Black's blog on legends Pele & Bobby Moore's bowel cancer journey during #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. Read & support: https://t.co/PJ4gP8fcU0
#FootballShirtFriday #cancer
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Delighted to have the chance to share my story on #talksport and thanyou #jimWhite for giving me the platform to do so for such an important cause @BobbyMooreFund #CancerResearch Please wear your shirt and make a donation
A pleasure for White and Jordan to take part in #FootballShirtFriday today, as we welcomed bowel cancer survivor Matt Black to @talkSPORT Don’t forget to make your donation to the @BobbyMooreFund - https://t.co/H3tKrUswAM
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Congratulations to our 1st Top Hat raffle winner Yasmine Jade Barber from the #oncology research department at Hammersmith Hospital. #ImperialNHS #nhsheroes Next draw for tickets to Olympic Cinema Battersea power station will be Thur 19th January. 1/2
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Football legends #Pele and Sir Bobby Moore swapped shirts at the end of an all-time World Cup classic game in the 1970 tournament. How sad, then, that both should ultimately succumb to bowel cancer, Bobby in 1993 and Pele very recently. Read Matt's blog: https://t.co/PJ4gP8fcU0
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Pele and Bobby Moore: Two football legends who shared a history of bowel cancer - Bowel Research UK
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Discover the inspiring story of friendship & resilience between Pele & Bobby Moore with their shared history of bowel cancer. Guest blog shared by Bowel Research UK.
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The 2018 World Cup seems a world away now. So does my cancer. A lot can change very quickly, even overnight. Acknowledge your symptoms, get checked and pay attention to warning signs no matter what they are #bowelresearch #bowelcancer #bowelbabe
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Reflect on the impact major sporting or world events like the 2018 World Cup have on & bowel disease patients in relation to the diagnosis, treatment, & recovery journey.
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Delighted to have been involved working with @millwallFC on this incredible exiting project .
#Millwall Football Club welcomes the decision of Sevenoaks Council’s planning committee to approve its application for a new training ground site.
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56 wonderful oncology healthcare staff from @ImperialNHS @royalmarsdenNHS @ChelwestFT and Charing Cross Hospital are looking forward to a well earned night out with @ronanofficial tonight . #ihopeyoucandance Special thanks to @SoloMusicAgency for generous donation .
Don't miss @ronanofficial here next week when his "All The Hits' tour rolls into London. With support from Natasha Hemmings. Get last remaining tickets for 5 July here >> https://t.co/I6etgR3yoS 📸 :Kate Hunter
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60 years later …they’ve changed sides but you can still tell who is who . Legend is often over used these days but not in the case of these two #diamondwedding
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