Health Academy
The Big C Health Academy aims to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer and show the importance of early diagnosis. We promote the NHS Screening programmes, aiming to reduce the inequalities that people may face participating in the NHS screening process (Core20PLUS5).
The Big Bum
We attend a range of local events and at some locations we’ll be bringing along Big C’s Big Bum – a giant inflatable walk-through exhibit showing the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. Where space is restricted we’ll be showing a virtual video tour of the Big Bum instead.
Wellbeing Activities
We host a range of wellbeing activities which are open to anyone affected by cancer in Norfolk and surrounding areas, including physical activities, nutrition, walking football, wellbeing days and fishing.
Schools and Businesses
Big C can support your school or business.
If you’re interested in finding out how our Health Academy can support you, please get in touch by emailing us at support@big-c.co.uk.
Health Academy brochure
Download our brochure with information on cancer symptoms, screening details, keeping fit and healthy eating.
Find an event near you
Big C’s Health Academy attends a range of health events to help people understand the signs and symptoms of cancer and the importance of early diagnosis. Everyone is very welcome to come along, talk to the team, learn more and take part in the activities on offer.
| Date | Time | Venue | Event information |
| 19 February | The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1TF | Norwich Science Festival Visit us at the Norwich Science Festival and discover an epic line-up of shows, talks, workshops, experiences, comedy and more! Come and test a game being developed for primary school age children to help them understand more about cancer treatment. We’ll have lots of comfy bean bags and you can meet Celly and his friend POE as they head on an adventure around Lymph Town in our game, developed in partnership with Norwich University of the Arts (NUA). You can also book a ticket to watch our panel discussion about ‘Making Games About Tricky Topics‘, where we chat with Jake Montanarini (Course Leader for Games at NUA) about how games can tackle tough topics with young audiences. |
The Great Yarmouth and Waveney events are being supported by the NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB).
Meet our Health Academy team
Amy
Heath Academy Education Facilitator
Amy
I am a Heath Academy Education Facilitator at Big C and deliver the Get Moving physical activity programme. I strongly believe in the power of exercise and strive to make movement accessible to all.
I’m a cancer rehabilitation instructor and specialise in holistic wellbeing that is yoga and Pilates informed. I aim to offer people affected by cancer the opportunity to experience restorative movement.
Andrea
Nutritionist
Andrea
I am the Nutritionist for the Health Academy at Big C.
Find a support centre near you
Find a support centre near you
Our Big C Centres at the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital, in Norwich city centre, Great Yarmouth and King’s Lynn are open Monday to Friday 9am – 4.30pm (excluding bank holidays).
Find the support that’s right for you
Our wide range of Big C support groups provide you with the opportunity to meet other people who are going through similar experiences, to share stories and support one another.
How to book your support
Call
Call us on 0800 092 7640 to chat to our support team (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, excluding bank holidays).
Email us on support@big-c.co.uk letting us know your contact details and we’ll be in touch.
Speak to your GP
Have a chat with your GP or healthcare team who will be able to get in touch with us on your behalf.
We’ve helped people like Louise
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Support
At our centres across the region, we offer support to anyone affected by cancer.
About us
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