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Rotherham family raises £3,500 for Yorkshire Cancer Research after Mum diagnosed with cancer
A Rotherham woman who shaved her head after her mother was diagnosed with cancer for a second time has raised £3500 for Yorkshire Cancer Research. Bethany Wilkins…
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“She was a force of nature”: the Thirsk man fundraising for Yorkshire Cancer Research in memory of friend
Lee Hammond, 46, has taken on the Yorkshire Three Peaks, an ultramarathon, and the ‘Yorkshire Warrior’ assault course, and plans to continue his fundraising in memory of Kellie Simmons, who passed away from cancer in 2021.
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A day in the life of a 'Cancer Champion'
“By getting more people to attend their screening appointments, we can detect cancer earlier, help more people survive cancer, and even prevent people getting…
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Exercise and cancer: Jo’s experience
“Yorkshire Cancer Research’s fitness and wellbeing programme will make such a difference to people navigating cancer in the region. I only wish it had existed when…
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Exercise and cancer: Neil’s experience
“Taking part in Active Together created in me a new philosophical attitude. The exercise not only made me feel fit, but also made me feel like I was in control of…
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Gifts in Wills: Barbara and John’s legacy
Barbara and John Hulme, from Chapel Allerton in Leeds, left a legacy to Yorkshire Cancer Research in their wills.
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A day in the life - Tobacco Treatment Advisor
Steve is one of 45 Tobacco Treatment Advisors funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research, working with hospital patients across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to support them as they cut out cigarettes for good.
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Former England cricketer Geoff Miller OBE's prostate cancer experience
Since being diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2021, former England cricketer Geoff Miller OBE has become passionate about encouraging men to spot symptoms and get…
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Living with cancer: Ronnie’s experience
When Ronnie Cassells noticed blood in his urine one evening, he knew it was something he couldn’t ignore.
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Yorkshire Stars: the Bond family
As Karen Bond began to make plans for last year’s festive season, the furthest thing from her mind was coming to terms with a cancer diagnosis in the family. But in…
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Active Together: Peter’s experience
“Yorkshire Cancer Research and Active Together have made a big impact on my life. The programme helped me recover tremendously from my cancer treatment and I’m now…
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