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fromIndependent
1 week ago

My favourite room: 'I found the chemo ward really lonely and since then I've thought of it a lot and about what would have helped'

Olivia Carpenter's new start-up helps cancer patients and her home renovation holds family memories.
Education
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Saratoga High students donate their time, talent during summer vacation

Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District students volunteered by crocheting wigs for sick children and cooking meals for young adults in foster care.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The best support for a friend with cancer? Presence, listening and space to vent

The number one complaint is when other people who are well-meaning and sharing, 'I know what you're going through; my grandmother had cancer and, oh, by the way, she died.'
US news
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Former Sky News presenter and quiz show host reveals stage 4 cancer diagnosis

Dermot Murnaghan announces his battle with Stage IV prostate cancer, emphasizing the importance of early detection and screening.
Cancer
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Cancer Support Community's Lafayette expansion reflects a different approach to recovery care

Dexter Louie finds healing through community while supporting fellow cancer survivors after his diagnosis.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

'Go all in': Irish Cancer Society says it needs to raise 30m this Daffodil Day to meet record demand

The Irish Cancer Society's services and support networks are experiencing significant growth in demand, underscoring the need for continued public funding.
Women in technology
fromwww.startupcan.ca
4 months ago

Rachel Bartholomew, Founder of Femtech Canada and Hyivy Health

Rachel Bartholomew's cancer journey inspired her to innovate in women's health technology through FemTech Canada.
FemTech Canada is crucial for addressing stigma and supporting female entrepreneurs.
SF politics
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

City councilors, union continue push for sick leave for Boston Public Library employee with cancer

Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn supports a library employee's right to extended sick leave amid ongoing health struggles.
Health
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

'It gave me real purpose' - Colm Hayes says health challenge made him stronger for his wife as she undergoes cancer treatment

Supporting his wife's health has motivated radio presenter Hayes to improve his own physical well-being through a fitness challenge.
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