It’s World Heart Day! This year, the focus is on creating heart-healthy environments. This means helping people to make healthy lifestyle choices for their heart. Some people affected by cancer have problems with their heart health, but there might be some things you can do to reduce the risk. This blog, written by editorial assistant Liza, takes a look at what you can do to create your own heart-healthy environment…
Yesterday was the United Nations International Day of Older Persons. This year’s theme was the talents, contributions and participation of older people in society. In this blog, written by editor Maya, we celebrate the role of older people in society. We also highlight the problems that may affect people as they age, including older people living with cancer.
Older people in the UK
Is age just a number? For many…
Today is World Teachers’ Day! With the new school year fully in swing, our Editor Lauren highlights the invaluable information and support we provide to teachers and schools to support young people affected by cancer.
We understand that cancer is a big subject and can be difficult to talk about, especially with children. But we want to make sure cancer isn’t the elephant in the (class)room. We have information,…
September is thyroid cancer awareness month, and today we have a guest blog from one of our cancer information reviewers. She shares her experience of thyroid cancer, including her diagnosis, treatment and support.
Hey everyone – I’m Jena and I was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in June 2014. I am going to talk to you about my journey over the last two years.
My initial diagnosis
In May 2014 I had…
Today is International Literacy Day! In this blog, our intern Zahrah explains more about the day and what it stands for. She also talks about what we do to make our cancer information clear and easy for people to understand.
50 years ago, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) officially announced 8th September as International Literacy Day. The aim is to raise international awareness…
