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Norfolk cancer charity, Big C’s, Nearer to Home Appeal, creating a new cancer support facility in central Norwich, has been given a celebrity boost by popular, Norfolk born, Holby City actor, Nic Jackman who has come on-board as an ambassador for the appeal. Nic, 27, who went to high school
Norfolk and Waveney’s cancer charity, Big C, has received a £5,000 donation to their Nearer to Home Appeal from the family of an inspirational young woman who battled cancer for five years. Rachel Lane was just 27 when she lost her life to cancer in October 2012. Her courage during her treatment
Have you heard our big news? We’re building a state-of-the-art wellbeing centre on Dereham Road in Norwich! The idea behind this new centre is to support those with a cancer diagnosis in a special environment, one that’s closer to home. Wellbeing and relaxation is very much at the heart of
Kathryn was relatively young when she was diagnosed with bowel cancer. It was both physically and emotionally challenging yet she felt very glad of Big C’s support during this time. This May when Kathryn turns 40, she will also be celebrating five years free of bowel cancer. To celebrate both her
Kathryn was relatively young when she was diagnosed with bowel cancer. It was both physically and emotionally challenging yet she felt very glad of Big C’s support during this time. This May when Kathryn turns 40, she will also be celebrating five years free of bowel cancer. To celebrate both her
Claire visits us at our Norwich Centre as she undergoes her treatment for Breast Cancer. Here she shares her story, and how the Big C team help support her through her journey… The signs weren’t obvious to Claire at first; her mammogram was clear, her health was generally good. Then
An event was held last week (Thursday 4 July) to officially launch an integrated theatre at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) which features some of the most up to date technology in the country for patients undergoing bowel, oesophageal, gastric (stomach) thoracic and gynecological surgical procedures. Pictured: Big C
A big thank you goes to NCFC legend and friend of Big C Iwan Roberts who has endorsed our #NearertoHomeAppeal by becoming an Appeal Ambassador! “I am proud to be an ambassador for Big C’s Nearer to Home Appeal to build a new cancer support centre in the heart of
“As a community we need this new cancer support centre.” Popular Norwich retailer, Jarrold, has announced a donation of £10,000 for local cancer charity, Big C’s, recently launched appeal to build a new cancer support centre in the heart of Norwich. The Nearer to Home Appeal, which launched last week,
Big C fundraiser Natalie has set a challenge to raise £2,019 in 2019. Together with friends and family, she’s taking on tasks to reach her target. Next up, is a head-shave. Joined by 9 friends and colleagues, they’ll all be having their heads shaved at 6.30pm on Friday 21st June
We’ve recently introduced Gentle Exercise classes to our King’s Lynn Support and Information Centre. The 45 minute sessions are run by Gemma Alexander who has over 12 years experience in the fitness and wellbeing industry. Those that have or had cancer can often be scared to do any exercise. Light
Staff at local accountancy firm Aston Shaw have raised a grand total of £5,796.68 for Norfolk’s cancer charity, Big C. Dominic Shaw, Director of Aston Shaw was delighted to present Dr Chris Bushby, Chief Executive of Big C with a cheque for £5,796.68. It’s a real pleasure to be able
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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.
