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Proton Therapy UK We’ve been serving the British community since 2012, before proton therapy became widely available

The Proton Therapy Center (PTC) located in Prague, Czech Republic, offers the most advanced and accurate form of radiotherapy currently available. Proton beam therapy, using pencil beam scanning, allows for a precise dose to be delivered to highly complicated target volumes while sparing nearby critical organs and healthy tissue. Since first opening in 2012, we have treated over 6,000 patients from 50 countries, who have travelled to Prague for its high-quality treatment. We understand that travelling for treatment can be a daunting prospect and we aim to provide the highest quality of care and assistance to our patients.

WILL I BE RADIOACTIVE AFTER PROTON THERAPY? ☢️ This is a concern we hear quite often. In reality, however, no radiation...
19/10/2026

WILL I BE RADIOACTIVE AFTER PROTON THERAPY? ☢️

This is a concern we hear quite often. In reality, however, no radiation remains in your body after the treatment. ✅ Proton therapy is a form of external beam radiation therapy. Protons act only during the actual treatment session. Once the treatment is over, the patient is not radioactive. You can therefore safely be in contact with your loved ones, including children and pregnant women. 💬 Have you come across this myth? Or is there anything else you would like to know about proton therapy?

https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/about-proton-therapy/faq/

October is Breast and Liver Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, established to support patients and their families and to ...
07/10/2026

October is Breast and Liver Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, established to support patients and their families and to raise awareness of possible treatments. Both diagnoses can be successfully treated with proton therapy, especially left-sided breast cancer, as it significantly lowers the exposure of the heart, lungs and other healthy tissues to radiation. 💗

https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/cancers-treated/breast-cancer/

The week from 28 September to 4 October 2026 is Hereditary Cancer Awareness Week 🧬 — an international campaign, led in t...
28/09/2026

The week from 28 September to 4 October 2026 is Hereditary Cancer Awareness Week 🧬 — an international campaign, led in the US by FORCE, that organisations in the UK also mark.
It falls between Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month in September and Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, and highlights inherited cancer risks such as BRCA mutations linked to breast and ovarian cancers, as well as conditions like Lynch syndrome.
Most people carrying an inherited mutation don't know it. If cancer runs in your family, a conversation with your GP is the place to start.
https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/

When someone close to you is diagnosed with cancer, many people ask themselves: "Could this affect me too?" 🤔 The good n...
16/09/2026

When someone close to you is diagnosed with cancer, many people ask themselves: "Could this affect me too?" 🤔
The good news is that most cancers are not hereditary — around 5 to 10% are caused by an inherited genetic change. 🧬 In those patients, the inherited change can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer. Genetic counselling may be worth considering, for example, if:
🔵 the same or related types of cancer have occurred repeatedly among close relatives on the same side of your family,
🔵 cancer has been diagnosed at an unusually young age,
🔵 one person in the family has had more than one primary cancer, or a genetic change has already been identified in a relative.
Genetic testing is not appropriate for everyone. However, when recommended, it can help provide a better assessment of your risk and identify appropriate preventive measures or regular check-ups. 🩺
If you are concerned about your family history, talk to your GP. They can refer you to an NHS regional genetics service, and testing is NHS-funded where the criteria are met.
https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, raising awareness of both di...
03/09/2026

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, raising awareness of both diagnoses and supporting patients and their families. Childhood cancers can be treated with proton therapy, which is especially valuable for paediatric patients: because protons deposit less dose in surrounding healthy tissue, they can reduce the risk of long-term side effects in a growing body. 🧡
https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/cancers-treated/paediatric-cancer/

Did you know that every patient at the Proton Therapy Centre has their own personal treatment coordinator? Your coordin...
26/08/2026

Did you know that every patient at the Proton Therapy Centre has their own personal treatment coordinator?

Your coordinator is often one of the very first people you will meet during your treatment journey.

📅 They help organise examinations, schedule appointments, answer your questions, and guide you through every step of your treatment.

❓ Need advice? Have a question or need help arranging something? Your coordinator is always there to support you.

🤝 Cancer treatment is challenging enough. That's why we do everything we can to ensure our patients never have to face it alone.

If you are receiving treatment at our Proton Therapy Centre, don't hesitate to reach out to your coordinator. They are here to help make your treatment journey as smooth and reassuring as possible.

https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/

🛡️ Why do some patients experience a greater decline in immune function during radiotherapy than others? This was the q...
14/08/2026

🛡️ Why do some patients experience a greater decline in immune function during radiotherapy than others?

This was the question explored by our research team in a scientific poster presented at the PTCOG 64 conference.

📊 We a**lysed data from 210 patients across a range of cancer diagnoses, focusing on changes in the levels of lymphocytes—immune cells that play a vital role in protecting the body against infection and disease.

Our findings suggest that the larger the volume of healthy tissue exposed to radiation during treatment, the greater the potential decline in these important immune cells.

🧬 Research like this helps us better understand how radiotherapy affects the body as a whole and supports the development of even more precise and patient-friendly treatment approaches.

👨‍🔬 The poster was prepared by a team led by Mgr. Vladimír Vondráček, Head of the Department of Clinical Physics.

https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/

How can we treat cancer while preserving as much of a patient's normal quality of life as possible? 🤔 For a**l cancer, t...
03/08/2026

How can we treat cancer while preserving as much of a patient's normal quality of life as possible? 🤔

For a**l cancer, the goal of treatment is not only to eliminate the tumour but also, whenever possible, to preserve re**al function and avoid a permanent stoma.

At the PTCOG 64 conference, Dr Pavel Vítek presented the outcomes of 64 patients who underwent proton radiotherapy at the Proton Therapy Centre between 2014 and 2025. 📊

🔵 In more than 9 out of 10 patients, the tumour disappeared completely after treatment.
🔵 More than 84% of patients were still alive five years after treatment.

The presentation also included long-term data on treatment-related side effects. These findings highlight that, alongside achieving excellent cancer control, it is equally important to monitor the impact of treatment on patients' quality of life and to continue seeking ways to minimise these effects.
https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/cancers-treated/gastrointestinal-cancer/

💙 27 July – World Head and Neck Cancer Day Head and neck cancers can affect the mouth, throat, voice box, nose and sali...
27/07/2026

💙 27 July – World Head and Neck Cancer Day

Head and neck cancers can affect the mouth, throat, voice box, nose and salivary glands. Recognising the warning signs early can lead to earlier diagnosis and better treatment outcomes. Did you know that proton therapy may help reduce side effects for some people with head and neck tumours by limiting radiation dose to surrounding healthy tissue?

On World Head and Neck Cancer Day, let’s raise awareness, encourage early check-ups, and support everyone living with these diagnoses. Awareness saves lives. 💙

https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/cancers-treated/head-neck-orofacial-tumours/

Completing cancer treatment doesn’t just mean getting your health back. 💙 For many people, returning to work is also a ...
16/07/2026

Completing cancer treatment doesn’t just mean getting your health back. 💙

For many people, returning to work is also a major milestone. Some look forward to getting back into their routine and reconnecting with colleagues, while others worry about whether they’ll be able to cope as they did before - Both feelings are completely normal. 🤝

After treatment, it often takes time to adjust to everyday life again.
What can help?

🔵 Ease back into work gradually instead of trying to do everything at once.
🔵 Be open with your employer about your current abilities and needs.
🔵 Make sure you get enough rest and give your body time to recover.

Remember, returning to everyday life doesn’t have to be quick or perfect. What’s most important is giving yourself the time and space you need, without putting unnecessary pressure on yourself.
https://ukprotontherapy.co.uk/

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