Our in-person community support events bring people living with bowel cancer together to connect with others who’ve been through something similar.
Throughout the day you’ll learn more about bowel cancer from expert-led information and support sessions, so you feel better supported to cope with the disease.
We’ll be covering topics such as:
the effects of treatment for bowel cancer
looking after your emotional wellbeing
living well with a stoma
neuropathy
sexual function and sexuality post colorectal surgery and treatment
keeping active and getting back to exercise
It’s free to attend and lunch and refreshments will be provided.
You must register to attend. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Registration is on our website.
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