BARNSLEY residents are being encouraged to join Yorkshire Cancer Research’s advisory panel to become part of ‘life-saving work’.

The Research Advisory Panel plays a vital role in helping the charity review funding applications for cancer research programmes.

Members of the panel work together to ensure research that will have the biggest impact on cancer for people in Yorkshire is funded.

No qualifications or previous experience is required to be on the panel.

Anyone with lived experience of cancer can get involved, including those who have received a cancer diagnosis, friends and family of someone with cancer, those who have worked in healthcare, or any other interested members of the public.

Dr Stuart Griffiths, director of research at Yorkshire Cancer Research, said: “People with lived experience of cancer are vital members of the Research Advisory Panel. They provide invaluable insights and perspectives in the funding process and help improve the quality of new research. Taking part in the panel offers an opportunity to help improve cancer outcomes and save lives in Yorkshire.”

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Research Advisory Panel, or would like to find out more information, visit yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/volunteer/join-the-research-advisory-panel.