CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

Get in touch if you're planning a Cancer Awareness campaign #CountyDurham [email protected] call free 0800 8766887 County Durham Joined May 2020

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

5 months ago

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5 months ago

The most common type of bowel cancer affects the large bowel, which includes the colon and back passage. In the UK it mostly affects people over 50. Find out more 👉 bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-ca… @bowelcanceruk #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

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5 months ago

The smallest steps taken each day towards self-care and stress reduction can have a huge impact on your mental health over time. @mhealthuk offer some self care strategies to help you reduce stress ➡️ mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-infor… #StressAwarenessMonth

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

5 months ago

Testicular cancer commonly affects people between 15-45. Although rare, it's important to check yourself for testicular cancer once a month. If something isn't right, see your GP. Click for more info: macmillan.org.uk/cancer-informa… @macmillancancer #TesticularCancerAwarenessMonth

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5 months ago

Everyone aged 50-74 is eligible to receive a bowel screening kit every 2 years. Screening aims to find cancer early or find changes in your bowel that leads to cancer. Tests are easy and could save your life. Find out more: northerncanceralliance.nhs.uk/wp-content/upl… #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

6 months ago

💜 Happy Easter from the Cancer Awareness team! We're out of office from Thurs 17 April, 5pm until Tues 22 April, 9am. If you need support phone: Macmillan: 0808 808 00 00 GP/111 Leave us a message & we’ll get back to you after the break! Have a nice Easter weekend!

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6 months ago

💜 The most common symptoms of bowel cancer are: - blood in your poo - changes to your poo or how often you go - losing weight without trying Dr Anisha Patel talks about the symptoms of bowel cancer here: youtube.com/watch?v=6wiGzp… @bowelcanceruk #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

6 months ago

💜 Half of all bowel cancers could be prevented by lowering your risk: - Quit smoking - Cut down alcohol - Eat more fibre, fruit & veg - Limit red/processed meat More tips from @bowelcanceruk 👉 bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-ca… #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

6 months ago

💜 Breast cancer screening saves the lives of around 1,300 women every year in the UK. If you have an appointment for breast screening it’s really important to attend. If you can't attend, let the service know so you can reschedule. More info: nhs.uk/conditions/bre…

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6 months ago

💜 Fran felt fine when she went for a lung health check — but they found cancer. Five weeks later, she had surgery & made a full recovery. Feeling fine doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go. If you're invited, get checked. It could save lives. Watch Fran’s story: ...

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6 months ago

💙If you want to lose weight or improve your mental wellbeing, being active will help you achieve your goals. Like our action figure, our practitioners can help you 'be more Beth' and start getting active again. Call 0800 876 6887 for more information. #ActionFigure #AIGenerated

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6 months ago

💜 Stress can affect anyone, anytime. It can show up as: - Anxiety or anger - Poor focus - Headaches - Nausea If it feels too much to handle, talk to your GP. You’re not alone. More info 👉 nhs.uk/every-mind-mat… #StressAwarenessMonth

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CancerAwarenessTeam @CancerAwareCD

6 months ago

💜 The symptoms of testicular cancer can include: - A lump or swelling in either testicle - Pain or discomfort in a testicle or the scrotum - Back pain If you have any concerns get in touch with your GP. Read more: cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/t… @CR_UK #TesticularCancerAwarenessMonth

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6 months ago

💜 Check out our latest training offer for April for #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth! If you're a business or community group in County Durham interested in a free workshop, contact [email protected] or 0800 876 6887.

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6 months ago

💜 As March comes to a close... it's nearly the end of #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth! Do you know who is at risk? Prostate Cancer UK have pulled together useful information to get you in the know with who can be at risk. Find out more information here: prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-infor…

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6 months ago

💜 Is your organisation or community group looking for ways to support your employees or attendees? Our team provide a different theme each month for workshops. Why not book one to support your health? Contact [email protected] or 0800 876 6887 to book.

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6 months ago

💜 In the UK, bowel cancer mostly affects people over the age of 50. But you risk could be higher if you have a family history of the disease. The most common type of bowel cancer affects the large bowel. Find out more here: bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-ca… #BowelCancerAwareness

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6 months ago

💜 The two biggest risk factors in developing head and neck cancer is drinking alcohol and smoking - especially when combined. There are ways you can lower your risk, such eating a healthy diet and getting active. 💪 Get tips from NHS Better Health: nhs.uk/better-health

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6 months ago

#WednesdayWisdom 💜 Did you know Mesothelioma is a cancer usually caused by breathing in asbestos dust? It mostly affects the lining of the lungs. It can take 15 to 60 years to develop. Asthma + Lung UK have resources on symptoms to spot. Find out here: asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/mes…

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6 months ago

💜 There is still time to book in with the Cancer Awareness Team for an informative free workshop for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month! If you're interested in accessing information that could help save a life, contact [email protected] or 0800 876 6887.