Macmillan Information Centre WUTH

The Macmillan Information and Support Centre at Arrowe Park Hospital WUTH. This is an information feed only. For help / advice please call us on: 0151 552 1860.

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Today is national Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) day. Also known as Macmillan Nurses, CNS have skills in caring for people with cancer. They can help with understanding a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and offer support to you, and the people close to you. Thank you CNS!

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🎗️It's world kidney day! 🍏 Maintain kidney health by staying hydrated, avoiding smoking. A healthy diet, and exercise are great for our kidneys. Use the QR code to take our quiz to check your kidney health.

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Are you having tests for your prostate? Read about the tests and checks used to see if you have prostate cancer or another prostate problem. They include the PSA blood test, digital rectal examination (DRE), prostate biopsy and scans.
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This month is prostate cancer awareness month. Prostate cancer UK has great information and support for those who are going through tests, or are living with prostate cancer. You can even call their specialist nurses for more information on 0800 074 8383.

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For World Cancer Day last week, the Arrowe Park Macmillan Information Centre participated in the upside down photo challenge. The challenge represented how cancer can turn people's lives upside down. Here are some of our favourite pictures from our local cancer support teams!

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Today on World Cancer Day. Let's come together to take action against cancer. Share your story, support those affected, and advocate for people-centred care. Your voice can inspire change! #WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique #WorldCancerDay2019
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Cancer can turn lives upside down! For World Cancer Day, we are challenging people across the world to share videos or photos of themselves upside down, along with their unique story about how cancer has affected them.
https://t.co/05Atef0kc0

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World cancer day is quickly approaching! This February 4th the theme is "United By Unique" focusing on "What changes are needed to achieve people centred care?" You can share your story at
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Don't fear the smear! There are lots of things you can do to make your cervical screening more comfortable, from taking a friend, to listening to music. Check out the Eve appeal website for more top tips, and information about cervical screenings!
https://t.co/aMIUekyO5i

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What are your New Year's resolutions for 2026? Why not make a healthy change from from our list below? Being more active, eating lots of fibre, and reducing salt intake are all proven ways to reduce your risk of cancer. Why not make a change for a healthier 2026!
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Wishing patients, staff, and visitors all the best for the year 2026! 💚 @WUTHnhs @PatientWuth @WUTHstaff

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Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, but sending special love to our patients, carers, and staff. We know today may be difficult, but our Macmillan national support line is here to help today from 8am to 8pm.
Call on 0808 808 00 00.

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The festive period can be a difficult time if you're bereaved, living with cancer, or supporting a loved one. However, you're not alone. This Christmas call the National Macmillan Support Line on 0808 808 00 00.

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💚MCISS have just released our winter Newsletter!
Click on the link below to view!💚
https://t.co/W1KEvsPMyl

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🫁Do you know the signs and symptoms of lung cancer? If you are experiencing any of symptoms in the picture below please see your GP. 🫁
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🫁Did you hear about the Cheshire and Merseyside lung cancer screening service? Lung health checks are available for those between 55 to 74 who have smoked in the past, or still smoke. Watch the video below to learn more about how to attend.🫁
https://t.co/KrgZdK5omg
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Nellie and Phil were two perfect strangers who shared one crucial thing in common. They both have had breast cancer. Watch the video below to hear them discuss their unique experiences and discuss some of the common misconceptions around breast cancer.
https://t.co/N7A8zlDkUr

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This October is breast cancer awareness month see the picture below for the signs and symptoms to look out for. Also check out the link for a video on how to check your breasts.
https://t.co/n3NmNKihB7
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Macmillan Cancer Support is happy to highlight Blood Cancer Awareness Month with our dedicated and amazing Haematology Nurse Specialists and Pharmacist here at WUTH.
Also highlighting the very generous and tireless charity work of Elaine of the Merseyside Against Blood Cancers

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Today, Macmillan Cancer Support, from Arrowe Park Hospital, attended a Health Awareness Event at the Wirral Multicultural Organisation (WMO) in Birkenhead. Here we helped raise awareness of cancer and its early detection. Our WMO were great hosts and we learnt from each other.