September is childhood cancer awareness month. In this blog, our information team volunteer Nisrin looks at getting the information and support you need when your child has cancer.
Support when your child has cancer
No one wants their child to be ill, so when you are told that your child has cancer, your whole world will probably seem like it’s caving in. You may feel numb, or in physical pain. The emotions you feel can…
August 12th is International Youth Day. This year, the focus is on safe spaces for youth. In today’s blog, content developer Ella looks at safe places where young carers can go if they need more information and support.
What is a young carer?
A young carer is someone who is under the age of 18 who spends time looking after someone who is ill. Young carers might do extra things to help their families. For example…
It's a busy time of year for cancer awareness as November is also pancreatic cancer awareness month. Around 8,800 people are diagnosed with this type of cancer in the UK each year. In this blog, our editor Elissia gives you some key facts about pancreatic cancer, including risk factors, signs and symptoms, and where you can get more support.
What is the pancreas?
The pancreas is part of the digestive system. It has…
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. About 8, 800 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK each year. In this blog, editorial assistant Amy-Louise explains what pancreatic cancer is, the symptoms and the causes and risk factors.
What is the pancreas?
The pancreas is part of the digestive system. It has two main roles. It makes:
Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK. When it’s found early it can often be cured. Screening helps find bowel cancers at this early stage and before they become more difficult to treat. So, for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, here is our information development nurse Hilary with 5 facts about bowel cancer screening.
1. Screening starts in your own loo
The first part of bowel cancer screening is…
