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…
This week is Big Energy Saving Week. In this blog, content developer Azmina gives five top tips for saving money on your energy bills.
Big Energy Saving Week is a national campaign run by Citizens Advice every year, in close partnership with the government and other organisations across the UK. It aims to help people reduce their energy bills and get the financial support they are entitled to.
Why is energy saving a…
Welcome to Cervical Cancer Prevention week! In this blog, information development nurse Hilary answers our questions about cervical cancer and cervical screening.
Where is my cervix anyway?
The cervix is part of the female reproductive system. It’s the lower part of the womb that joins to the top of the vagina.
What causes cervical cancer?
The main causes are a few viruses from a group of viruses called HPV. These…
Today, the third Monday of January, is supposed to be the most depressing day of the year. In this blog, content developer Azmina gives some top tips for lifting your mood on Blue Monday.
What is Blue Monday?
In 2005, a British travel company tried to entice people to book a holiday. They announced that the third Monday of January is the most depressing day of the year. Apparently, Blue Monday was calculated by considering…
This January is Veganuary. In this blog, senior editor Tess explains the benefits of eating less red and processed meat, and shares some of Macmillan’s vegan-friendly recipes.
Veganism is more talked about now than ever before in the UK. And because this month is Veganuary, lots of people are starting 2019 by trying out a vegan diet for a few weeks. Maybe you’re a fully-fledged vegan yourself. Maybe you’re just giving…
