Macmillan Information and Support Service Morecambe Bay

19/06/2022

‘HOPE’ COURSE TO HELP PEOPLE GET LIFE BACK ON TRACK AFTER CANCER TREATMENT

Barrow-in-Furness residents living with and beyond cancer can sign up for a free course to help them get their lives back on track after treatment.

Macmillan Cancer Support’s Information and Support Service at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) is relaunching its HOPE (help overcome problems effectively) course in the town later this year.

The six-week self-management programme, which was developed by Macmillan Cancer Support and Coventry University, is due to start on Wednesday, 21st September, and will be held at CancerCare on Duke Street.

The HOPE course helps people to rediscover their strengths, manage the day-to-day impact of their treatment and make the most of the positive things in life.

Lorraine Jones, Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Service Manager, and one of the course leaders, explains: “Cancer is one of the toughest things most of us will ever face. But people don’t have to go through it alone. The HOPE course aims to help people get their life back on track after cancer treatment. It is delivered in a friendly, helpful and informative way, and enables the people taking part to feel happier, more confident, motivated and positive about the future.”

During the programme attendees will be able to share their experiences and get support from others going through the same thing. They will also learn how to strengthen their coping skills for dealing with different problems, like anxiety, fatigue and concerns for the future, so they can feel more like themselves again.

There are nine places on the course, which are open to anyone living with or after a cancer diagnosis across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. The weekly group-based programme will start at 10am and last around 2.5 hours.

It will be led by trained facilitators from Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Service (MCISS) based at Furness General Hospital, Royal Lancaster Infirmary and Westmorland General Hospital.

For further information, or to sign up for the course, contact Macmillan’s Information and Support Service on 01524 519578 / 07972 639424, Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm (excluding Bank Holidays) - or email macmillan.info@mbht.nhs.uk

05/07/2021

July is sarcoma awareness month.

Sarcomas are rare cancers that develop in the supporting tissues of the body. Supporting tissues include bone, cartilage, tendons, fat and muscle.

There are 2 main types of sarcoma:
• soft tissue sarcomas
• bone sarcomas (also called primary bone cancer).

Depending on the type, you may have different tests and treatments.

The symptoms of sarcoma depend on the part of the body that is affected. It may cause
• pain
• swelling
• a lump that is getting bigger.

If you are worried about any symptoms you have, talk to your GP.

If you have any questions call our support line on 0808 808 00 00 or visit macmillan.org.uk.

To find out more 👉 https://fal.cn/3gxHL

04/05/2021

Good Morning, how are you feeling today? We are here between 9am - 4pm to support anyone affected by cancer. Call or send us an email - 01524 519578 💚📧macmillan.info@mbht.nhs.uk

03/05/2021

Our joint initiative with CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria.

More information can be found here https://www.cancercare.org.uk/events/the-bay-footprint-online-cancer-support-group

12/04/2021

April is testicular cancer awareness month.

Each year in the UK, around 2,300 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer.

The most common symptom is a lump or swelling in a testicle, or a dull ache, pain, or heaviness in the sc***um. If the cancer has spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the body it may cause other symptoms.

These symptoms can be caused by conditions other than testicular cancer, but you should get checked by your GP.

To speak to someone about testicular cancer, call our support line on 0808 808 00 00.

To find out more about testicular cancer 👉 https://fal.cn/3eEro

04/02/2021

On its common to have many different emotions when you have cancer, there is no right or wrong way to feel. Talking may help, whether it's to family, friends, online communities, support groups. Reach out we are here to listen and support you.

💚Call us on 01524 519578/07972639424 or email macmillan.info@mbht.nhs.uk

01/01/2021

Happy New Year

Happy New Year from everyone at Macmillan in the North West!💚

23/11/2020

Lorraine and Jo are here for you 💚.

Anyone affected by cancer in North Lancashire or South Cumbria can contact the centre on 01524 519578, via mobile on 07972 639424 or email macmillan.info@mbht.nhs.uk Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm (excluding Bank Holidays).

25/09/2020

Happy Macmillan Coffee Morning 💚

Lorraine and Jo shared a virtual coffee & cake with some of volunteers today.

However you may have held your coffee mornings this year, we just want to say a huge thank you

24/09/2020

Tomorrow marks the 30th anniversary of Macmillan's World's Biggest Coffee Morning....and it's our most important yet.

This Macmillan Coffee Morning, raise a mug to a loved one affected by cancer or to someone who's supported you. ☕💚

Simply upload a selfie and a message to the wall, make a donation, and share your support for people living with cancer: https://raiseamug.macmillan.org.uk/

21/09/2020

Good morning. How are you today?

Lorraine & Jo are here to listen & support you. So if you have any questions or worries please get in touch.

☎️ 01524 519578/07972639424 💚

19/08/2020

Good Morning 🌞 We know receiving a cancer diagnosis can create many challenges. We are here to lend a listening ear & can provide information & support, signposting you to appropriate services.

Give us a ☎️ 01524 519578 or 📧 macmillan.info@mbht.nhs.uk