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Despite an extremely tough year for the events industry, this week long-term supporters of Big C, Inspire Races, donated a further £423.78 to the cancer support charity. Inspire Races are a local Norfolk based company who specialise in organising outdoor sports events. They have supported Big C for more than
On Friday 7th May Buy Local Norfolk held a Virtual Quiz Night to raise funds for Norfolk based cancer charity, Big C. The event which was hosted by Epic Event Hire and kindly sponsored by Abacus Accountancy raised £155 for Big C thanks to donations made by those who took
Jarrold has donated £2,000 to Big C’s Nearer to Home Appeal towards the local cancer charity’s new Norwich support centre, which is due to open in early 2022. The money was raised from the retailer’s online sale, the BIG Clear Out for Cancer, which launched in February. Jarrold previously donated
Kim Martins and her daughter Jess are raising funds for Big C by taking part in Big C’s Colour 5K this year. Kim Said: “The challenge our group is taking on is the Norwich Colour 5K on 3rd July 2021 in memory of my dear partner Jon Chapman, aged 55.
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
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.
