May is here, the trees have turned a luminous green and the sun has officially put its hat on! Just a few reasons to think about heading outside for a walk at some point today. In this blog, our information development nurse Elspeth talks about the many benefits of walking more.
May is National Walking Month and Living Streets, the national charity that works to create safe, attractive and enjoyable streets, are encouraging…
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. In this blog, our intern Emily gives some key facts about bowel cancer including symptoms, bowel screening and reducing your risk.
Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer for both men and women. About 1 in 20 people will be diagnosed with bowel cancer in their lifetime. Over half of bowel cancers in the UK could be prevented by lifestyle changes.
We need to talk more about bowel…
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Bowel cancer is the 4th most common cancer in the UK and is slightly more common in men than women. BBC journalist Jeremy Bowen recently revealed his own diagnosis of bowel cancer to help increase awareness. Here we explain what symptoms to look out for, what bowel screening is, and what you can do to reduce your risk. We also let you know where you can get further information and…
This year, World Mental Health Day focuses on young people’s mental health in a changing world. In this blog, content channel editor Tania talks about the challenges faced by young carers and some ways to look after yourself if you are a young carer.
If you are under the age of 18, and you spend time looking after someone who has cancer, then you are a young carer. Being a young carer can affect your life in many…
This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month we’ll be sharing two blogs stories written by our volunteer cancer information reviewers about their experience with prostate cancer. In this first blog, Alan shares his story of advanced prostate cancer and how his support network and positive outlook have helped him cope with cancer.
Prior to summer 2015 I had no idea that I had a problem with my health. I walked regularly…
