More than a third (34%) of women with bowel cancer in England were diagnosed after an emergency hospital visit compared to less than a third of men (30%), despite women having more red flag symptoms and more visits to their GP, according to research presented at the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Cancer Conference in Liverpool.
If diagnosed after an emergency hospital visit, patients are more likely to have poorer survival as the disease is usually at an advanced stage.
Data from 2799 women and 2946 men diagnosed with bowel cancer in England between 2005-2010,...
A leading Exeter law firm has increased its rankings in Chambers UK, the independent guide to law firms that has just released its 2018 edition. Stephens Scown LLP has retained its Band 1 ranking for its family and corporate teams. The firm has also seen its rankings increase for four further teams, with its social housing team gaining Band 2 ranking, the dispute resolution and employment teams increasing to Band 3 and a new entry to the guide for the firm’s energy team, which is listed as a noted firm in the UK-wide energy category. Three of Stephens Scown’s Exeter-based lawyers have...
This year's Christmas Market will run from Thursday 16th November until Sunday 17th December, organised by Exeter Cathedral.
The market, which will be re-orientated to focus on the West Front of the Cathedral, will still have a ‘Continental’ feel as in previous years but will also boast more opportunities to support local businesses and performers.
Opening times
The Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market will open on Thursday 16th November 2017 at 3pm, followed by an official launch later that evening.
Following the opening night, the market will open until...
Animal Aid’s popular Christmas Festival returns to Exeter Corn Exchange on November 18th, offering visitors a great day out and a chance to purchase original gifts and cards that make a difference. There will be almost 50 stalls, featuring ethical traders and organisations that promote human, animal and environmental causes. Products on sale will include fair trade clothes, chocolates galore, local arts and crafts, cruelty-free cosmetics, quality bric-a-brac and a wide range of delicious vegan cakes.
But it’s not just about great and original shopping ideas. There will also be a...
More than 100 jobseekers attended the Recruit Princesshay jobs fair, helping to match local people to 50 retail and restaurant vacancies on offer, both at Exeter’s Princesshay and elsewhere in the city.
Over 30 of Princesshay’s shops and restaurants, including Superdry, Starbucks, MAC, and Café Rouge, showcased available roles at the event.
Faheem Qureshi, Head of Employment Generation for The Crown Estate said: “We’re thrilled to have hosted our second successful Recruit event at Princesshay. These sessions offer a fantastic opportunity to support local jobseekers and...
Police are appealing for information following a burglary to a residential property in Ebford.
The incident took place on Old Ebford Lane near Exeter on the 19th October between 9am-5pm.
Numerous items of jewellery and cash were stolen; damage was also caused to a rear patio door.
A leopard brooch 9ct sapphire spots ruby eyes diamond collar, and a solid heavy Ankh 14kt gold with chain were both taken.
If you have been offered these items for sale of have any information that can help police with their enquiries, please email 101@dc.police.uk quoting crime...
