9 h. ago Student who ‘does not like running’ aims to run 500km in 10 days

University of Exeter student Sean Tilson, 21, hopes to raise £5,000 for the cancer charity Sarcoma UK.

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19 h. ago Beatson Cancer Charity awarded £82,950 Young Start grant to support RadioTherapy podcast

Beatson Cancer Charity has received a Young Start award of £82,950 from The National Lottery Community Fund to continue the success of RadioTherapy – a podcast created by and for young people who have been diagnosed with cancer.

Economics

25 h. ago Terminally ill husband and his wife make emotional road trip to honeymoon destination for 'final time'

Steven and Lorraine Cross are making the "once in a lifetime" trip to support the charity which has been there for them during Steven's cancer journey.

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3 d. ago Author Dr. Gillian Shirreffs raises over £30,000 for Beatson Cancer Charity

Scottish writer Gillian Shirreffs has now raised more than £30,000 for Beatson Cancer Charity—thanks to the overwhelming response to her latest fundraiser, held to mark the launch of her second book, Elephant.

Economics

8 d. ago Petition for cancer treatment to be funded reaches 46,000 signatories

The cancer charity Planets is leading the campaign for the treatment, known as selective internal radiation therapy, to be made available on the NHS.

Economics

1 week ago Emmerdale star Lisa Riley says 'she's not coming back' in emotional video

The actress lost her mum, Cathy, to cancer in 2012 and is now working with a charity to raise awareness over grieving the loss of loved ones

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2 w. ago West Lothian Film Festival announces partnership with breast cancer support charity based in Bathgate

Breast Friends and Family emerged as the winner from 30 nominated organisations

Culture

2 w. ago Linwood fundraiser 'stunned' after landing £30,000 car cash gift

Glasgow Kiltwalk sponsors Arnold Clark handed the money to Fiona for her heroic efforts in helping the Beatson Cancer Charity.

Economics

2 w. ago New breast screening video breaks through barriers for trans healthcare

A new breast screening video from a cancer charity attempts to make healthcare accessible for the trans community with a step-by-step guide to breast screenings.

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2 w. ago Books and Beats: Fundraising book launch for 'Elephant' by Gillian Shirreffs in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity

A not-to-be-missed literary afternoon celebrating the power of words, music and community will take place on Saturday, June 14 from 12 noon to 2pm at Glasgow University Union, as bestselling author Gillian Shirreffs launches her much-anticipated second book Elephant, in aid of Beatson Cancer Charity.

Science

2 w. ago Dying dad denied treatment that will give him more time with kids

Former Welsh Rugby Union commercial director Craig Maxwell was first diagnosed with incurable lung cancer in September 2022 and has raised £1.6m for charity since

Events

2 w. ago 'Unfair' travel rules 'price out' cancer patients from dream holidays

A cancer charity has called on the Government to take action following claims that some patients' travel plans were being ruined

Science

2 w. ago ‘I’m dressing as a giant ballsack to run 500km – the public always make the same comment’

Toby Freeman set up the Robin Cancer Trust in 2012 following the tragic passing of his brother, and he is currently raising funds for the charity in a very unique way

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2 w. ago 'I'm running 500km dressed as giant testicles – the public always give the same response'

Toby Freeman has embarked on a number of marathons to raise money for the Robin Cancer Trust - and his truly unique attire has caught the attention of members of the public along the way

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2 w. ago Many cancer patients unable to go on holiday because of rules

A cancer charity has called on the Government to change the system

Science

3 w. ago Aberdeen locals invited to support cancer charity with Levi’s this weekend

This weekend, the team at Levi’s Union Square store will be swapping denim for Lycra as they take on a cycling challenge in support of cancer charity Team Solan.

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3 w. ago Praise for cancer charity based in Wishaw with team of over 120 volunteer drivers

On average 50 patients are transported to clinics and hospitals each day by LCCT

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4 w. ago Scotland below the UK average in lifesaving stem cell donor registrations

New data released by blood cancer charity DKMS reveals that just 2.1% of 16-65’s in Scotland are registered as potential stem cell donors with DKMS – below the UK average of 2.4%.

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last month Brave mum who beat cancer completes her first Race for Life for charity

Ann Binks, from Salsburgh, joined her brother Paul McKenna and Asda Coatbridge colleague Marie Miller as she took on the 5k course at Glasgow Green to collect vital funds for Cancer Research UK.

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