Nottingham Macmillan Information & Support Service
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The Macmillan Information & Support Service at Nottingham City Hospital and QMC provides a free and confidential drop in service for anyone affected by cancer.
Nottingham, England
Joined January 2015
February is #oesophagealcancerawareness month which raises awareness of this type of cancer which affects your food pipe (oesophagus) that leads to your stomach. #OPAcancercharity raise awareness, provide support & information
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Macmillan's Online Community is an online forum where people affected by cancer support each other with the many impacts of cancer. Available 24/7, it is a safe, non-judgemental space for people to share their experiences + give & get support.
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A cancer diagnosis can change your financial situation. We are able to provide info & advice on benefits & grants you may be eligible for to help with the #CostOfCancer. For more info and advice call or email us today 0115 970 9933 / 0115 840 2650 nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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Would you like to have a say about the Notts Macmillan Info & Support Service? Join our Steering Group and you can help our Service to grow and improve. Email nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net or contact us on 0115 840 2650 to find out more
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Did you get great care when you used our service? Is there anything we can do better? We would like to know what you think. You can leave anonymous feedback using a feedback card available in our Centres or online at: (We are listed under Outpatients)
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This week is #KCAW2025 to raise awareness of Kidney Cancer @kidneycanceruk have lots of useful information & support line 0800 002 9002 available for patients & family members. Please note it is not an emergency support line & you should always seek medical help in an emergency
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We have been receiving a number of answer machine messages where the caller has not left their number/we are unable to hear the number. Please remember to leave your number so that we can call you back and support you.
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You can access support using our text messaging service? Text 07812277944 during our opening hours for info & support from one of our Macmillan Professionals. This is a text messaging service only, if you would like to speak to someone please call our usual numbers.
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Being diagnosed with cancer can affect all areas of your life, including work If you would like to talk to someone about work & cancer we are here for you. We can offer advice & support on all things on #CancerAndWork 0115 9709933/8402650 Nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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Are you living with cancer? Do you find it difficult to keep track of all your appointments/paperwork? We can help We can give you a free Macmillan Organiser containing space to keep your appointment cards, letters and more. To find out more 0115 8402650 nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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Did you get great care when you used our service? Is there anything we can do better? We would like to know what you think. You can leave anonymous feedback using a feedback card available in our Centres or online at: (We are listed under Outpatients)
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#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek Cervical intra-epithelial neoplasia (CIN) means abnormal changes of the cells that line the cervix. If not treated it may develop into cervical cancer. Regular screening is important to check for CIN & prevent cancer. For more info contact us
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Having good sleep habits can help improve sleep. This includes a sleep routine that can help your brain know it is time to sleep. E.g. a hot drink (not tea or coffee), or reading in bed for a while. For more info about sleep: 0115 9709933/8402650 nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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If you have problems with mobility, you may be able to get a Blue Badge. A Blue Badge allows you to park in spaces closer to where you need to go. For more information and/or help with applying for a blue badge please get in touch. 0115 8402650/9709933 Nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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This week is #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek. We want to help raise awareness of Cervical Cancer & the importance of knowing the symptoms & attending regular cervical screening If you are worried about cancer please give us a call for info & support 0115 9709933/8402650
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Our dedicated room at QMC is free to use by groups for anyone affected by cancer (maximum of 12 people). This could be for a one off event/regular booking for support groups, health and wellbeing sessions or clinics. Contact us for more info/to arrange a visit 0115 970 9933
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Did you know prescriptions are free for people with cancer? If you need prescriptions for anything related to cancer, you can apply for a medical exemption certificate. Ask your GP for a FP92A form For more info get in touch: 0115 8402650/9709933 Email: cancerinfo@nuh.nhs.uk
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Telling your children you have cancer can be daunting. It can be difficult to know where to start. We have info about talking to children about cancer e.g. helpful booklists. Contact us for advice & support: 0115 8402650/9709933 Text: 07812277944 nuhnt.cancerinfo@nhs.net
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We’ve achieved, at the highest level, the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark® for our Centre at Queen’s Medical Centre. This is evidence that we meet the standards of excellence in the cancer care physical environment, we exceeded the level required to retain this accreditation.
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We are joining the Samaritan’s Brew Monday, to encourage you all to reach out for a cuppa & catch-up with the people you care about. We are here to talk if you need someone to listen - please give us a call 0115 9709933/8402650 Samaritans: 116 123
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