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18 June 2026 — Lia Rogers
You’re Not Alone: Support from Target Ovarian CancerTarget Ovarian Cancer is one the UK’s leading ovarian cancer charities. They aim is to stop ovarian cancer devastating lives by driving national awareness campaigns, training GPs, and supporting everyone affected by the disease. If you or someone you love has been affected by ovarian cancer, you’re not alone, and below they explain the different […]
11 June 2026 — Lia Rogers
5 Minutes With… UK Men’s Sheds AssociationTo mark Men’s Health Week, we’re taking 5 minutes to chat to the UK Men’s Sheds Association about their fantastic work building communities and bringing men together in friendship and creativity. Tell us about your organisation? With help from Age UK, the first Shed opened in 2009 in Cheshire – over three years, these seven […]
04 June 2026 — Lia Rogers
5 minutes with… Lorna Hetherington MassageIn today’s blog, we chat with Lorna Hetherington about her massage services, including her specialised training in oncology massage. When did you start? What was the inspiration and motivation behind your business? Whereabouts are you based? I set up Lorna Hetherington Massage over 20 years ago, as I wanted a job that helped people […]
28 May 2026 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services in Plymouth | SpotlightThere are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Here, we spotlight some of the cancer support services available in and around Plymouth. Get It Off Your Chest – Peer support group for people who are going through, or have been through, breast cancer and those with […]
22 May 2026 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Connections | An event by Hastings Voluntary Action in partnership with MacmillanCancer Connections is an event by Hastings Voluntary Action in partnership with Macmillan, raising awareness and uptake of local cancer services. “We recruit and train Cancer Champions (volunteers from the community) to help us reach wider and deeper into local communities. Cancer Champions are willing to have conversations about cancer, well-being, and mental health, and […]
04 May 2026 — Lia Rogers
Guest Blog | Deaf Cancer Support ProjectThis guest blog comes from Deaf Cancer Support who provide support, care and advocacy for deaf people affected by cancer. Being able to communicate your own language when facing something as difficult as cancer should be a given. This project, in partnership with Macmillan, is working to make that happen. In 2018, members […]
30 April 2026 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services for Young People | Teenage & Young Adult Cancer Awareness MonthEvery April, several charities come together for Teenage and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month (#TYACAM), aiming to highlight the specific needs and support available for those diagnosed with cancer between 13-24. Why is it important? Yesterday, the BBC published an article highlighting an increase in 11 types of cancer being diagnosed in young people. The […]
28 April 2026 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services in Exeter | SpotlightThere are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Here, we spotlight some of the cancer support services available in and around Exeter. Force – Charity providing free support and information to anyone affected by cancer. Support can be accessed at the centre in Exeter and […]
27 April 2026 — Lia Rogers
Sharing the JourneyFrom celebrities to everyday role models, those choosing to share their experience of cancer are raising awareness and helping others feel less alone. There are hundreds of people out there on social media telling their story. Today we’re highlighting a few accounts that might offer strength, comfort and inspiration for anyone dealing with cancer. […]
22 April 2026 — Lia Rogers
Walks and Talks with The Loss FoundationIn today’s blog, Emma Rafferty tells us more about the walking and talking service run by The Loss Foundation, supporting people bereaved by cancer. The Loss Foundation has developed its nationwide ‘Walk & Talk’ events as a gentle, accessible way to help people navigate grief together. Founded in 2010 by Dr Erin Thompson MBE […]
