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Yorkshire Cancer Research Celebrates a Century of Life-Changing Breakthroughs

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Founded in 1925 in the University of Leeds' library, Yorkshire Cancer Research has brought together researchers, volunteers, and supporters to drive cancer progress for a century. Among the 18 founding members was Jo Beagley, a Harrogate resident and trustee who was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer in 2014. With the help of the charity's funding, Beagley was treated with the groundbreaking drug Lynparza, which has been used to treat over 140,000 people worldwide. Beagley credits exercise with helping her navigate her cancer journey and is a strong advocate for the charity's work.

Key Takeaways:

  • Yorkshire Cancer Research was founded in 1925 with 18 researchers, volunteers, and supporters, marking a century of cancer research progress.
  • Jo Beagley, a trustee and Harrogate resident, was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer in 2014 at the age of 39 and was treated with the charity-funded drug Lynparza.
  • Lynparza has been used to treat over 140,000 people worldwide, benefiting individuals not just in Yorkshire but globally.
  • Beagley emphasizes the importance of exercise in navigating cancer, making time for physical activity despite her busy schedule.
  • Professor Philip Quirke, Head of Pathology and Data Analytics at the University of Leeds, has partnered with Yorkshire Cancer Research for over 40 years, receiving £1.7 million in funding for pioneering bowel cancer research.
  • Quirke's 2006 study on bowel cancer surgical technique increased surgery success worldwide.

Statistics:

  • 1925: The year Yorkshire Cancer Research was founded.
  • 140,000: The number of people treated with Lynparza worldwide.
  • 40 years: The duration of Professor Philip Quirke's partnership with Yorkshire Cancer Research.
  • £1.7 million: The amount of funding provided by Yorkshire Cancer Research for pioneering bowel cancer research at St. James's University Hospital.
  • 2006: The year Professor Quirke published his groundbreaking study on bowel cancer surgical technique.

Sources:

  • Yorkshire Cancer Research, "Founded in 1925"
  • Yorkshire Cancer Research, "Be A Changemaker"
  • Yorkshire Cancer Research, "About Us"
  • Yorkshire Cancer Research, "Lynparza"
  • Yorkshire Cancer Research, "Research and Innovation"

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