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We offer information & support for those affected by cancer in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Powys

The Living With and Beyond Cancer Team at SaTH are a support service for anyone affected by cancer. The aim of this page is to offer support and promote services and events in the Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Powys that could benefit those affected by cancer.

03/03/2026

The next Living Well Session will be held at Telford Fire Station on the 18th March, 10am to 3pm.

This relaxed, non-clinical, information session covers fatigue, physical activity, emotional wellbeing, and nutrition. Delivered and supported by the Personalised Care Team from Shrewsbury and Telford hospital and volunteers with lived experience, the session allows you time to share your experiences and listen to others. As well as these topics, we also talk about services that may be of a benefit to you.

The day is free to attend and a light lunch is included.

To book your place or gain further information, please contact Leah on sath.lwbc@nhs.net or phone 01743 492424.

Please feel free to share this post to others that may benefit.

26/02/2026

Ella, the Macmillan Cancer Support Centre manager went along to the Shropshire Association of Woodturners meeting yesterday evening to kindly accept another donation of wig stands. These wig stands are free to anyone who need one and are available to collect from the Macmillan Centres in the Hamar Centre or the therapies corridor at the Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.

If you are unsure of where the centres are based, feel free to give them a ring on 01743 261000, entering 1957 when prompted for Shrewsbury or 01952 565702 for Telford or email the team at sath.macmillaninformation@nhs.net

A huge thank you to the Shropshire Association of Woodturners who continue to kindly make and donate these stands to the centres. For more information about the group, visit their website: https://www.shropshirewoodturners.co.uk/

05/02/2026

Brave the big talk this .
Opening up about our mental health can be the first step towards getting help.
If you or someone you care about needs support, visit mind.org.uk/TimeToTalkDay

04/02/2026

Let’s unite to raise awareness about the need for people-centred care. Every story
matter's.
Let’s unite to raise awareness about the need for people-centred care. Every story
matters, and together we can make a difference. Share your story and inspire
others!

, and together we can make a difference. Share your story and inspire
others! World Cancer Day

03/02/2026

TODAY!
'Men Like Us' has it's meeting in Ludlow!

Have you ever thought about joining MLU but not known if its for you?
Give it a go! Might be the best thing you ever do!

Relaxed and informal setting with a brew and biscuits if your quick enough!

2pm-3pm
St Peters Church, Henlow Road, Ludlow, SY1 1QZ

28/01/2026

There is still time to book onto next weeks Living Well Session!

These sessions are designed to provide support throughout treatment and beyond.
The Living Well Sessions are:
• Free to attend
• Face-to-face sessions are held at different community venues throughout Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin to make them more accessible
• For anybody affected by cancer: the person living with cancer, family, friends or anybody else supporting someone living with and beyond cancer
• Available for you to attend as many times as you wish pre, during and post treatment
• Designed to offer support, advice and tips as to how to safely self-manage four topics away from the hospital setting
• Learn about local and national services that you may benefit from
• Provide an opportunity for you to share your experiences and learn from others
• Ask non-clinical questions around the four topics

📅6th February
🌎Shrewsbury Fire Station, St Michaels Street, SY1 2HJ
⏱ 10am-3pm

23/01/2026

This post has recently been shared in the Telford Breast of Friends group by a member Dilys. She has kindly agreed for this opportunity to be shared. See her message below and details in the picture....

Morning

It would be lovely to meet you on Tuesday 27th.
I had my Breast Cancer diagnosis in 2023 and I know how much walking has helped me.

My name is Dilys and I will be leading the walk, please drop me a message if you have any questions, I will be there in a high viz jacket to meet you.

21/01/2026

This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention week.
Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). It is a very common virus. 8 in 10 of us will come into contact with it in our lives but our bodies will clear the virus and it won't cause any issues. Rarely, HPV lingers and develops into cell changes or cancer.

Cervical screening tests are a test to help prevent cervical cancer, not diagnose it. The test looks for high-risk HPV, and if present, looks for changes to the cells. These cell changes aren't cancer but could turn into cancer over time. If your screening results show that you have high-risk HPV and cell changes, you will be referred to a gynaecologist and for a colposcopy which is a test to have a closer look at your cervix.

All young people will be offered the HPV vaccine in year 8 as part of the school's vaccination programme. The HPV vaccine has been shown to reduce the number of cervical cancers by 90%. You can get the HPV vaccine from your GP up until the age of 25, or up to 45 if you are considered to be in a higher risk group.

20/01/2026

Coming soon!

The Gynaecology Team are so excited to announce the launch of their brand new GynaeOncology support group!

A safe, welcoming group for anyone affected by a Gynaecological cancer diagnosis.

The group is a chance to Share experiences with others who understand, Talk openly in a confidential, supportive environment, get emotional support, information and guidance.

Whether you've been recently diagnosed, are undergoing treatment, Living with or beyond cancer you are very welcome.

All details ⬇️

19/01/2026

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week takes place from 19 to 25 January 2026.
The aim is to encourage women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64 to come forward for their cervical screening. It also offers an opportunity to share information and resources to help people make informed decisions about screening and tackle some of the barriers stopping people from being screened.

The Eve Appeal estimate that the UK's cervical screening programme saves over 5000 lives each year. On their website, they have tips for making a cervical screening appointment more comfortable. This includes tailored information for survivors of sexual violence, and for trans and non-binary people.

If you would like more information or wish to talk about cervical screening, you can speak to your local Macmillan Cancer Support Centres by phone, email or by dropping in to talk to one of the team. They have resources about the cervical screening programme that they can talk you through or send to you.
Macmillan Cancer Support Centre, Hamar Centre, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (01743 261000 ext. 1957)
Macmillan Cancer Support Centre, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford (01952 565702)
Email the Macmillan Cancer Support Centre team: sath.macmillaninformation@nhs.net

13/01/2026

Lingen Davies Cancer Support are providing free legal advice clinics every month during 2026. The clinics will be held 12pm - 3pm at the Macmillan Cancer Support Centre in the Hamar Centre, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
These clinics are appointed on a first come, first served basis. You can book a slot by emailing hello@lingendavies.co.uk or phoning the office on 01743 492396.

The first clinic will be held this Thursday, 15th January.

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY38XQ

Telephone

+441743492424

Website

https://www.sath.nhs.uk/wards-services/az-services/cancer-services/livingwithandbeyond/

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