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Through our Centres, online and telephone-based support, we help local cancer patients and their family and friends to improve their quality of life, physical health, and mental wellbeing.
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During COVID-19 lockdowns in England, people have been asked to stay at home, with rapid changes in healthcare access. A&E departments and GP surgeries have seen significantly fewer people, leading to concerns that people are not seeking help when needed. Late diagnoses of serious conditions, like heart attacks and cancer,
In November 2020 staff and volunteers from Park Radio station took on a 10-mile cycling challenge around the South Norfolk town of Diss, the hometown of the station. Managing Director and Station Manager at Park Radio, Chris Moyse, said: “Park Radio prides itself, as part of its community ethos, to
Catherine’s Story Catherine Lincoln was diagnosed with Breast Cancer during the Coronavirus pandemic in May 2020. Catherine had felt a lump in her breast that appeared very suddenly. She booked an appointment with her GP who then made an emergency referral to the hospital. Catherine was then scanned for Breast
Rachael’s story Beginning January 2020, Rachael’s twin sister Victoria was diagnosed with triple-negative aggressive breast cancer at the age of 42. This came as a huge blow to the family who were worried and anxious about the unknown. Victoria was informed she would have six chemotherapy sessions and then surgery
Thursday 11 February is International Day of Women and Girls in Science, which recognises the critical role women and girls play in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). To commemorate the day, we spoke with Dee Hayward, a first-year PhD student whose studentship has been funded by Big C. Since
Monday 8 to Sunday 14 February is Student Volunteering Week. At Big C, we are fortunate to have volunteers from across the region who give their time, knowledge and expertise in our shops, Centres, main office and at Big C fundraising events. For Student Volunteering Week, we interviewed two young
Are you a creative, crafty individual with a love for sewing? Then you may be able to help Big C! Big C are in need of handmade heart-shaped cushions to be included in our Care Packages, given to those currently undergoing cancer treatment. These easy-to-sew cushions help aid comfort around
Monday 19 to Sunday 24 January is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, dedicated to raising awareness of cervical cancer and how to reduce your risk of the disease. Jenny Daly, Big C’s Cancer Information Clinical Nurse Specialist, has answered some common questions regarding cervical cancer and how Big C can help not
Cancer Support Groups at Big C By Jenny Daly Being given a cancer diagnosis can be a stressful time not only for the person who has been diagnosed, but also for those who are supporting them. People can experience various emotions such as shock, anger, and disbelief. They can also
Updated: Wednesday 6 January 2021 We understand that if you are living with or caring for someone with cancer, or if you are living beyond cancer, you may be worried about how Coronavirus could affect you and your loved ones. Below, we’ve included a list of resources, government and NHS advice and
Big C’s Welfare Packs and Care Packages By Steven Ho After Big C’s Centres closed in March, our charity had to quickly adapt the way in which we provide support to people in Norfolk and Waveney affected by cancer, especially those who were advised to shield throughout lockdown. Welfare Packs
Big C’s Online Meetings – December 2020 Although our Big C Centres are temporarily closed due to COVID-19, most of our support groups, workshops and activities are now available online via Zoom. Please see below information regarding the dates and times for the December, as some of the times and
Find out how Big C can support you and your family if you’ve been affected by cancer.
We can help to improve your quality of life, physical health, and mental wellbeing.
Some people take to the skies, run, jump, walk, swim and cycle whilst others make tea, bake cakes or shave heads.
What will you do to make a difference?
Two men from Norfolk who found themselves with cancer and having to travel for treatment, vowed local people would have access to the best treatment and support … and in 1980 the Big C Appeal was formed.
Big C is the working name of The Big C Appeal Ltd. Registered charity, number 281730 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in England & Wales, number 1521441. VAT Registration number 688 7342 76. Registered office: Big C, Centrum, Norwich Research Park, Norwich, NR4 7UG.
