Event to benefit those living with and beyond cancer

Yeovil District Hospital is holding a free one day event designed especially for those affected by a cancer diagnosis including patients, carers, family and friends.

It will be held on Friday 23 March at Haynes Motor Museum in Sparkford between 10am and 4pm. A complimentary light lunch and refreshments will be provided.

The day will cover how to live beyond a cancer diagnosis and how to cope with the emotional effects of cancer. There will be diet and lifestyle advice to support a return to health and getting fit after a cancer diagnosis; information on how GPs can help and where to go for financial help. There will also be opportunities to meet cancer nurse specialists and other healthcare professionals

Although the event is free to attend booking is essential so please enquire for further information. Contact: Elaine Cox on 01935 384529. Email: Elaine.cox@ydh.nhs.uk

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For further information please contact: Belinda Ockrim, Lead Nurse for Cancer, Yeovil District Hospital. Phone: 01935 383484. Email: Belinda.ockrim@ydh.nhs.uk