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29 September 2021 — David Allen

Cancer Support Services in Norwich | City Spotlight

As the most complete medieval city in the United Kingdom, the city of Norwich is a popular tourist destination and is home to one of the largest medieval cathedrals in the country. The city’s natural beauty also saw it voted the greenest city in the UK. It is also home to an eclectic selection of […]

14 September 2021 — David Allen

Male Cancer Awareness Week | Male Cancer Support in the UK

Male Cancer Awareness Week was set up by charity Orchid Cancer to help raise awareness of the three male cancers: prostate, testicular and penile cancer. As a charity, Orchid focuses its efforts in three key areas: raising awareness of male cancer, pioneering research into the cancer types and support services for those living with male cancer. They […]

30 August 2021 — David Allen

Creative Toolkits to Support Children Affected by Parental Cancer | Guest Post

Losing her father suddenly to cancer and amidst a cloak of silence had a profound effect on Caroline Leek, inspiring her to help other families affected by the disease. “Results show that children who have a parent or carer diagnosed with cancer are at high risk of developing negative psychosocial problems, such as anxiety, sadness, anger, or irrational feelings […]

30 August 2021 — David Allen

Cancer Support Services in Derry | City Spotlight

Derry (or Londonderry) is the second largest city in Northern Ireland and can be found along the River Foyle. It was selected as the inaugural UK City of Culture in 2013 and is the only remaining completely intact walled city in Ireland. It is home to a fantastic network of cancer support so for our […]

23 August 2021 — David Allen

5 Minutes with Stepping Stones Health & Well-Being | Your Cancer Services

Starting a business is no easy feat, and starting one during a pandemic is something to be applauded. But that’s what Stephanie, founder of Stepping Stones Health & Well-Being did back in September 2020. With a passion for providing rehabilitation care through exercise, Stephanie, established her business to help recovering patients achieve holistic health. Due […]

16 August 2021 — David Allen

HLP Therapy Awarded Macmillan Support Grant Focusing on Scar Therapy Post Mastectomy | Guest Post

HLP Therapy are proud to share with you, that we have been awarded a Macmillan Support Grant, focusing on Scar Therapy post mastectomy.  The Macmillan support grant will help 27 individuals, who have undergone a single or double mastectomy, each receive three fully funded Scar Therapy treatment sessions. Each treatment session will focus on:  How […]

09 August 2021 — David Allen

Cancer Support Services in Cambridge | City Spotlight

Found on the River Cam, the city of Cambridge is best known for its university, punting along the river and even the invention of modern football. It is also home to a wonderful network of cancer support services. Our latest City Spotlight shines a light on just a few of those services. Please note, due […]

02 August 2021 — David Allen

Living with and Beyond Cancer | I Can Therapy Case Study | Guest Blog

The I Can Therapy Centre provides a unique exercise experience using specially adapted power assisted equipment to move and mobilise your muscles and joints throughout their natural range of movement. By combining the science of human movement and wellness with the coaching skills of an experienced team of professionals and volunteers, the team help their users […]

25 July 2021 — David Allen

How can nutritional therapy support cancer patients and their mental health? | Guest Post

This guest blog is written by Katie from Nutritionist Resource, a trusted online support service for professional nutritional advice. Visit their dedicated cancer hub for more information. “We all suffer with anxiety from time to time. When we’re coping with varying emotions and ill health, our anxieties are often heightened and can be extremely sensitive. Coping with a […]

15 July 2021 — David Allen

Cancer Support Services in Cheltenham | City Spotlight

The town of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire is best known for its plethora of festivals, from horse racing to jazz, this spa town has it all. It’s also home to a collection of fantastic cancer support services. For our latest spotlight on cancer services, we take a look at those in the town of Cheltenham. Please […]


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