Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day has been observed every year since 1992 to promote the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. In today's blog, quality and evaluation officer Rachael writes about disability and cancer, and how accessible information can make a big difference.
What is a disability?
In the UK, the definition of a disabled person is ‘someone who has a physical…
This week is Anger Awareness Week. Anger is one of the emotions you might feel when you have cancer and this is totally natural. In this blog, content channel editor Tania suggests a few ways to help you cope with any anger you may have. She also gives tips on how to respond if people around you are angry or frustrated.
We all feel angry from time to time. It’s a natural human response which sometimes hides other feelings…
This week is National Storytelling Week. In this blog, information materials researcher Sue reflects on the importance of storytelling, especially during a difficult time.
Writing about your experience of cancer can be cathartic; reading about someone else’s experience can help you reflect on your own experience, make sense of challenging times, and realise that your reactions and feelings are normal, and shared by others…
Today is National Wear Red Day – a day about raising awareness and funds for congenital heart disease. Cancer treatments can sometimes have an effect on the heart. In this blog, cancer information nurse Richard shares some tips to help you keep your heart healthy before, during and after cancer treatment.
Cancer treatment and the heart
Some cancer treatments can affect how your heart works. Heart problems can develop…
Valentine’s Day is typically the reserve of couples – a time to show a partner that you care. However, in this blog, information production and promotion officer Genevieve suggests things you can do to show yourself some love and self-care, especially if you have cancer or if you are caring for someone who has.
It is that time of year again: the shops are full of red and pink heart-shaped cards, sweets, chocolates…
