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…
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 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…
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…
