This week is National Braille Week, and tomorrow is World Sight Day. These events raise awareness of people with vision impairments across the world, and the problems they may face in life. The events also celebrate Braille and other alternative formats which can help people become more independent.
We know that being told you have cancer can be a huge shock. But if you are one of the 2 million people in the UK living…
Today is World Mental Health Day, and we are taking the opportunity to share some tips on dealing with difficult emotions. In this blog, written by editor Elissia, we explain some positive steps you could take to help you cope with the emotions cancer can bring.
Cancer can bring with it many different emotions. This is true whether you have cancer yourself, look after someone with cancer or if someone close to you has…
As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, we are taking the chance to raise awareness of breast cancer in men. In this blog, written by editor Elissia, we explain more about how breast cancer can affect men.
Breast cancer in men
Many people don’t know that men can get breast cancer. They probably don’t think that men actually have breast tissue.
But men do have a small amount of breast tissue behind…
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,…
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…
