Act on Cancer Together
Our latest campaign: Screening Saves Lives!
Act on Cancer Together (ACT) works throughout Brighton and Hove. Our goal is to make sure everyone can access the information and support they need because we want cancer to be found early and treated quickly. We’re here to reduce health inequalities and support healthier communities.
ACT is a local partnership between The Trust for Developing Communities and The Hangleton and Knoll Project. It’s supported by Macmillan Cancer Support, Brighton and Hove City Council Public Health and NHS Sussex.
If you’ve received an invitation for screening, don’t delay. Book a test at your GP or local clinic.
If you are worried about cancer, need support to attend a screening appointment or want some advice get in touch with us using this form.
Or you can call us on 01273 234769 or email info@trustdevcom.org.uk
Watch some of our videos below, or scroll down for more information about the most common cancers.
Brighton-based Cancer Support
The Macmillan Horizon Centre is a welcoming and supportive space for anybody affected by cancer. Contact 01273 468770 or drop-in to the centre at 2 Bristol Gate, Brighton, BN2 5BD.
Regular breast screening is offered to women over 50.
Check your breasts every month so you know what’s usual for you. If anything doesn’t seem right contact your GP practice.
Bowel Cancer
If caught early, more than 90% of bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully.
If you’re 50-74, you will be sent a DIY bowel cancer screening kit every 2 years.
If you are over 75 you can order one by calling the helpline on 0800 707 60 60
For information about bowel cancer and screening visit here
How to use a FIT test? In multiple languages
Cervical Cancer
Detecting cervical cancer early can make all the difference.
If you’ve received an invitation for screening, don’t delay. Book a test at your GP or local clinic.
Most test results are normal.
Don’t put it off. Book it in.
For information about cervical cancer and screening visit here
Support for trans and non-binary people
Smear test, nurse Q&A and group discussion with Brighton YouTuber Zoe Sugg
Prostate Cancer
1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer is easier to treat if it is caught early.
Black men, men over 50 and men who have a close relative who has had prostate cancer are at higher risk.
If you are worried about your risk speak to your GP.
For information about prostate cancer visit here
See here for easy-read prostate cancer information
Skin Cancer
9 out of 10 skin cancers are caused by the sun or sunbeds.
Stay safe in the sun by wearing sunscreen, and covering up or seeking shade in the hottest part of the day.
If you notice any unusual changes in your skin or moles, it’s important to contact your GP
For information about skin cancer visit here
See here for easy read skin cancer information
Ovarian and Renal Cancer
Community Pharmacy Surrey and Sussex have resources available on their website, further information can be found here under Ovarian and Renal Cancer
Act on Cancer Together team
Click team members for contact details
Amy Allison
Community Development Manager
Amy Knowles
Community Development Worker
Emma Reeves
Senior Equalities Manager
Fatima Aliyu
Senior Engagement Worker
Mathilda Gregory
Communications and Digital Manager
