Supporting children and young people with cancer and their families across the South West
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Jess’s Rule asks GP teams to ‘reflect, review and rethink’ if a patient presents three times with the same or escalating symptoms. Under Jess’s Rule, listening carefully to the patient’s concerns and taking note of each symptom remain crucial, recognising that patients are experts about what feels normal for their body.
The CCLG has welcomed the publication of the government’s National Cancer Plan (NCP) for England, with a dedicated section focused on cancer in children and young people. This recognises that their cancers are different, requiring unique expertise, tailored treatment, and long-term support.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is pleased to announce that it has been designated a Tessa Jowell Centre of Excellence for Children, highlighting the strength of its services for children with a brain tumour.
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