The side effects of cancer treatment
Chemo Snacks: What are the best foods to eat while on chemotherapy
Finding the right snacks during chemotherapy can make a significant difference in how you feel. Explore our curated selection of nourishing and gentle treats designed to ease discomfort and provide...
Read moreThe Advantages of Tried and Tested Products for Cancer Care
Living with cancer is a challenging journey that often involves dealing with various side effects caused by the disease itself or the treatments used to combat it. To support cancer patients in the...
Read moreWe launched www.cancercaremap.org in 2018. A lot has happened in that time, not only to the delivery of cancer care, but to the world as we know it. Support services in the UK have found new ways t...
Read morewhat you need to know about radiotherapy side effects
What does radiation do to your body? During radiotherapy your cells are damaged by destroying the genetic material that controls how cells grow and divide. The damage can occur to healthy...
Read moreWhat you need to know about chemo side effects
Why does chemo make you sick? Despite being a key part of cancer treatment, Chemotherapy can have a wide range of side effects that can affect cancer patients before as well as after treatment. Bec...
Read moreThe picc line procedure for chemo
what is a picc line? PICC stands for 'Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter', and will prevent you from having a needle inserted in a vein each time you need medicine. It is usually inserted into ...
Read moreUltimate Chemo Care Kit Guide: Comfort and Relief During Chemotherapy Days
When it comes to chemo, we know that the experience can be overwhelming. However, packing a chemo kit with soothing items will really help to reduce your anxiety levels, making it easier to manage ...
Read moreAdjusting to Life with a PICC Line
What are safety issues with a PICC line? Having a PICC line means you have to do a few things differently. While you'll be able to do most things, you'll need to be careful around certain things, ...
Read moreHospital Passports: How to Create One
What is the purpose of a hospital passport? There is a possibility that your doctors and nurses are unaware of any other disabilities you may have. As you go through your cancer journey, you will...
Read moreSelf-care: what is it and why is it so important?
what is self care? As the name suggests, self care is the process of taking care of your own health through actions you take such as maintaining good hygiene, eating well, exercising, and seeking...
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