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16 May 2021 — David Allen
5 Minutes with Cancer Hair Care | Your Cancer ServicesWhen undergoing treatment, the effects of hair loss can have a long and difficult impact on those living with cancer. Cancer Hair Care is the only UK charity solely dedicated to offering guidance before, during and after hair loss due to cancer treatment. It is also the only charity to offer clinics within NHS hospitals […]
06 May 2021 — David Allen
Integrative Oncology UK 2021 | 15 May 2021 | 1 Day Online ConferenceTaking place on Saturday 15th May, there’s a new online conference for healthcare professionals looking to learn more about the benefits of an evidence based integrative approach to cancer care to optimise health, quality of life and clinical outcomes. The conference will highlight the benefits of integrating conventional cancer treatments alongside evidence-informed psychological, nutritional, lifestyle […]
04 May 2021 — David Allen
Fighting Cancer Fatigue | When You’re Tired of Feeling Tired | Help & AdviceWe all know what it’s like to feel tired – physically, mentally and emotionally, but usually after some relaxation and a good night’s sleep, we are ready to take on the world again. When you have cancer, though, rest often just doesn’t touch it. Cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer […]
27 April 2021 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services in Coventry | SpotlightThere are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Today we’re spotlighting some of the cancer support services available in and around Coventry. Coventry Stoma Support Group Support group for people living with, or affected by, an ileostomy, colostomy or urostomy. Meet others with shared […]
26 April 2021 — David Allen
Scanxiety | Help & AdviceGoogle ‘scanxiety’ and you’ll quickly see that the anxiety people feel before, during and after cancers scans or appointments is more or less universal. As someone who, four years after successful cervical cancer surgery, experiences scanxiety before, during and after every vaguely medical appointment (yes, even an unrelated trip to the dentist or optician will trigger it!), I […]
21 April 2021 — David Allen
5 Minutes with Vinehealth | Your Cancer ServicesTechnology for people living with cancer has advanced in recent years and the use of smartphone applications has increased over the last 12 months because of the effects of COVID-19. The Vinehealth app helps people living with cancer to track their symptoms, manage their medications and understand their care. Our mission is to empower people […]
12 April 2021 — David Allen
Cancer Services You Never Thought Of | Help & AdviceSometimes you just don’t know what you don’t know. This is definitely the case with cancer support services. As someone living with cancer, or as someone close to someone who is, it’s a big and important step to look for support. And if you’re reading this, then you’ve found your way to Cancer Care Map, which is […]
11 April 2021 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services in Newport | SpotlightThere are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Today we’re spotlighting some of the cancer support services available in and around Newport. Latch Charity providing free onsite accommodation and practical and emotional support for loved ones and carers of children being treated at the […]
02 April 2021 — David Allen
5 Minutes with wHoo Cares | Your Cancer ServiceswHoo Cares opened their doors in 2016 with 3 members of staff and a handful of willing volunteers who wanted to make a positive difference to people in their community in a rural area of Medway in Kent, known as the Hoo Peninsula. Over the past 5 years they have grown to a team of 8 […]
28 March 2021 — Lia Rogers
Cancer Support Services in Aberdeen | SpotlightThere are over 6,000 local and national support services listed across the UK on Cancer Care Map. Today we’re spotlighting some of the cancer support services available in and around Aberdeen. Living with Secondary Breast Cancer – Breast Cancer Now Monthly group for people living with secondary breast cancer. Facilitated by a trained counsellor, […]
