First Steps
The aim of the session is to inform people of the support available to them throughout their cancer journey and to assist them to help themselves. Sessions run every month and some…
What is a Fast Track Urgent GP referral?
This is a referral made by a GP to the hospital for patients they suspect have cancer. The fast track referral system aims to diagnose and treat serious…
End of Treatment Events are run four times as year for people at the end of cancer treatment or a block of treatment, as part of your cancer recovery and rehabilitation package. The purpose of the…
What is the Macmillan iHOPE programme?
iHOPE is Macmillan’s online self-management programme (‘Help Overcoming Problems Effectively’) which empowers people living with cancer to manage their health…
Prehabilitation (Prehab) this is a process of enhancing function to improve your ability to withstand forthcoming treatment and improve outcomes.
Prehab at Calderdale &…
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Please note that questions regarding patient-specific therapies, diagnosis,…
Introduction to cancer treatment
Being diagnosed with cancer can be a huge shock you will be feeling lots of emotions. Many people feel overwhelmed when they are told they have cancer - there is no…
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Oral Nutritional Supplements
What are Oral Nutritional Supplements (ONS)?
Oral supplement drinks are special products which contain energy (calories), protein, vitamins and minerals. They are for…
Your treatment depends on the type of cancer, where it is in your body, the size and whether the cancer is found in any other part of your body.
The treatment planned by your consultant will also…
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