During June, I decided I continued to be active outside despite the fact I see myself as someone at risk, not just because of the Neuroendocrine Cancer but also due to a history of chest infections and mild asthma. Mental health can be as important as physical health in times of stress and anxiety so I took to the outdoors to tell my story of how I was coping. Of course the outdoors is also a garden (yard) and so that counts too! Back in March I told the story of my own symptomatic period and perhaps one day I might find out if I have antibodies when I’m tested accordingly. You can read this COVID-19 diary by clicking here.
Things must be looking up as I’ve had a haircut. 
I seem to have managed to write quite a few blog posts in June, more than ever. Things must be getting back to normal. If case you missed any, check them out here:
Just click on the pictures and read (and hopefully share!) Disclaimer I am not a doctor or any form of medical professional, practitioner or counsellor.
Summary of October 2026 on RonnyAllan.NET October was similar to the other months of this year but like July and August, views are down on
I started doing the “Piss off cancer” or “I made it” series when I got to 65, mainly because I initially thought I wouldn’t make
The title of this blog is the form of a rhetorical question. Neuroendocrine Tumours (NET) – Does rising incidence and prevalence need more research, funding
Summary of September 2026 on RonnyAllan.NET September was similar to the other months of this year but like July and August, views are down on
Amneal launches first CGT‑designated U.S. generic lanreotide — what NET patients need to know Amneal has launched the first Competitive Generic Therapy (CGT)‑designated U.S.
Summary of August 2026 on RonnyAllan.NET August was similar to the other months of this year but like July, views are down on the previous two
Disclaimer: The information in this section is for education only and does not represent a standard care pathway or service. These treatments are not suitable
It’s only a couple of weeks since I celebrated my 16th year since diagnosis of metastatic small intestine Neuroendocrine Tumour (NET) at Grade 2 on
Despite some fairly big relaxations to the UK lockdown rules, I have not changed my cautionary approach too much, still staying away from towns and shopping. However, it’s great that our family can now visit us at home providing we practice good social distancing outside the house. We’ve since had a few visits and vice versa.
We are now in serious holiday mode but local days out plus a few days here and there. Currently looking at half a week up on the east coast of England exploring the coast of East Anglia.
Website. Some of you will also have noticed a change in the layout of my website to include more menus for easier navigation and more sharing buttons to help you share what you like and find useful for others. Thanks if you’re using them already. If you wanted to practice, you’ll see them at the top and bottom of this newsletter – share away!
Twitter. I’m quieter on twitter which is currently quite depressing – I hadn’t realised how many trolls there on that medium but I guess many people remain frustrated by COVID-19 and many other political issues. Still sharing my twitter newsletters though – sign up here.
Email Newsletters. I’m still learning how to release newsletters like this one plus other ad hoc stuff, I should have that in place by the next monthly iteration – look out for a new email template, then you’ll know! You can sign up for these newsletters in the form elsewhere in the side or bottom of the post – it takes around 5 seconds!
Neuroendocrine Cancer Definitions. I continue to work on my A to Z facility and making progress – I now have a structure with many definitions already linked to at least one blog post. It’s quite usable if you just wanted to find an article containing a particular term. I’m currently getting rid of unwanted terms and updating new ones to link to my website. Try it out, you might be surprised how useful it is despite its ‘in construction’ condition. In the database, click a term and it will currently take you to the posts containing that ‘tag’ and where I’ve populated so far, a short explanation. The A to Z of Neuroendocrine Cancer
Looking forward to a much safer July. Go on, try the share button!
Ronny
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