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What's new in cancer?: Microbiome

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Published: 23 June 2025
In this latest blog, Richard explores the microbiome, its role in our bodies and guts, and the role it could play in improving cancer treatments. 
Dr Richard Simcock Consultant Clinical Oncologist and Consultant Advisor for Macmillan.

Professor Richard Simcock Chief Medical Officer at Macmillan and Consultant Clinical Oncologist

Taking part in cancer screening

The microbiome in cancer development

The microbiome and the treatment response

Managing side effects

Why this matters

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