Mary How Trust for Cancer Prevention

24/03/2026

23/03/2026

Tickets are now available for our next quiz!

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22/03/2026

💧 World Water Day 💧

Today we recognise World Water Day, a global reminder of how essential clean, accessible water is for our health and wellbeing.

At The Mary How Trust, hydration plays an important role in supporting overall health. Drinking enough fluids helps maintain energy, concentration, and helps our bodies function at their best.

💦 A few simple reminders for today:
✔ Keep a drink nearby throughout the day
✔ Aim to drink regularly, not just when you feel thirsty
✔ Enjoy a variety of drinks such as water, tea, milk, or diluted juice

Small habits like staying hydrated can make a big difference to how we feel each day. 💙

21/03/2026

🎉 It’s Nutrition & Hydration Week! 🥗💧
16–22 March 2026 🌍

🥣 Day 4 – Nutrition in Every Bite

🍽 Daily Tip: Every mouthful matters.
Choose foods that are high in nutrients, especially when appetite is low.

🥚 Eggs, cheese, fortified cereals, and soups
🧈 Add healthy fats like butter or cream when appropriate

20/03/2026

🎉 Nutrition & Hydration Week! 🥗💧

16–22 March 2026

☕ Day 3 – Make Drinks Enjoyable

💧 Daily Tip: Drinking enough is easier when drinks are enjoyable.
Offer a variety of hot and cold options throughout the day.

🍋 Add fruit slices for flavour
🍵 Try warm drinks like tea, coffee, or hot chocolate
🥛 Milk and fortified drinks add extra nutrition

20/03/2026

💛 Celebrating International Day of Happiness 😊

Today we celebrate International Day of Happiness, a reminder that small moments of kindness, connection, and care can make a big difference to our wellbeing.

At The Mary How Trust, we believe that health is about more than tests and results — it’s about feeling supported, valued, and connected within our community.

✨ A friendly conversation
✨ A shared cup of tea
✨ Taking time to look after our health

These simple moments can bring comfort and happiness to ourselves and those around us.

Today, let’s take a moment to appreciate the people who make our days brighter and remember that even the smallest act of kindness can have a big impact. 💛

19/03/2026

🎉 Nutrition & Hydration Week! 🥗💧

🍎 Day 2 – Little & Often

🥕 Daily Tip: Small, regular meals can be easier and more nourishing than three large ones.
Nutritious snacks help maintain energy levels throughout the day.

🥜 Yogurt, fruit, soups, and smoothies are great options
🕒 Aim for something nourishing every 2–3 hours

18/03/2026

🎉 It’s Nutrition & Hydration Week! 🥗💧

🥗💧 Day 1 – Start with Hydration

💦 Daily Tip: Start your day with a glass of water.
After a night’s sleep, your body needs rehydrating to boost energy, focus, and digestion.

✅ Try keeping a glass or bottle by your bedside
✅ Herbal teas and diluted squash count too

16/03/2026

🎉 It’s Nutrition & Hydration Week! 🥗💧
16–22 March 2026 🌍

At The Mary How Trust, we know that great health starts with great nutrition and staying well-hydrated. That’s why we’re proud to support Nutrition & Hydration Week — a global week of awareness, activities, education, and positivity focused on the role of nutritious food and proper hydration in maintaining health, wellbeing and dignity, especially in health and social care settings.

📢 What’s it all about?
🌟 Helping people understand the importance of access to quality food and drinks
🍎 Bringing organisations and communities together to share ideas and good practice
☕ The highlight? Global Tea Party — everyone is invited to celebrate with a cuppa and connection on Wednesday!

💡 How we’re celebrating:
✔ Sharing daily tips on nutrition and hydration
✔ Highlighting inspiring stories from care teams and communities
✔ Encouraging everyone — families, care organisations, colleagues — to get involved and spread the message

📸 Join the fun!
Snap your activities, share your moments, and tag us so we can celebrate with you! 💛

13/03/2026

🛌 World Sleep Day 2026 — Sleep Well, Live Better 🌙

Organised by the World Sleep Society, World Sleep Day is celebrated annually on the Friday before the March Equinox to highlight how healthy sleep supports physical health, mental wellbeing, cognitive function and quality of life. 🧠❤️

🔎 Why it matters:
✅ Sleep is essential for immune function, mood regulation and memory consolidation.
✅ Poor sleep is linked with chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes and reduced concentration.
✅ Yet many people still struggle to prioritise rest in today’s busy world.

📣 What you can do:
✨ Learn and share evidence‑based tips for better sleep habits
✨ Join or organise community sleep health activities
✨ Talk with healthcare professionals about sleep concerns
✨ Use to spread awareness

Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a biological necessity that supports everything we do. Let’s help our community sleep well and live better! 🌟