cancer

Yes and No

Learning to say ‘yes’ to what matters and ‘no’ to what doesn’t can be life changing. Let go of things you don’t need or use. Enjoy positive people, daily walks or a weekend trip, laughing, reading, music, writing, favourite crafts, your dog or cat, deep breaths and hugs. Learn to say  ‘no’ to all the things …

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Keep a stock of Hand Sanitiser

We can never stress enough the importance of importance of hand washing and hand sanitisers. We have included a pocket size Thank you hand sanitiser in Kit for an extra boost. Cancer and cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and stem cell/bone marrow transplantation, often weaken the immune system making it harder for your body to protect itself. …

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Panic attack

It is normal to feel anxious and frightened but sometimes this gets so overwhelming that you may have a panic attack, sudden periods of intense fear. Some symptoms may include a thumping heart (palpitations), sweating, shaking, chest or abdominal pain, shortness of breath (to hyperventilate), dizziness, sickness and diarrhoea, numbness, or a feeling that something bad is going to happen.  It can …

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Being active

Winter’s done, Spring is here and how happy are we that the weather is warming up gradually encouraging us to be more active. Cancer patients should be as active as their abilities and condition allow. Some days are harder than others to think about exercising so have two plans, one for good and one for bad …

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Pretending!

Sometimes it can be easier to pretend you’re okay than having to explain to everyone why you’re not. Or worse realising even if you wanted to there is no one there to listen. Don’t pretend you are fine when you are not. It’s important to let someone else know. Your family, friends and carer will understand …

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Due to stock and delivery delays we will not be able to supply kits until further notice.

We apologise for any inconvenience.