Clan extends opening hours in Lerwick
Starting today (Wednesday), Clan Cancer Support will stay open later in Shetland, in the hopes of helping more people battling the disease. Based at Islesburgh…
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Talk to highlight genetic risk in Shetland
Viking Genes are set to hold at a talk to explain genetic changes that have become more “common” in Shetland and the medical conditions associated
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Folk with Whalsay ancestry at higher cancer risk
People with Whalsay ancestry are at a significantly higher risk of getting cancer, a major new study has revealed.
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Cancer support group to open next month
A new support group has been set up with hopes to ease the “overwhelming” feelings surrounding cancer diagnoses. Clan Cancer Support at the Islesburgh Community…
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Whalsay man running for charity
A Whalsay man is giving a marathon effort to raise funds for a cancer charity because of the “good work” which has helped his wife…
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NHS raise awareness for mouth cancer campaign
Word of mouth is the key to raise awareness of cancer, according to the public dental service as they back a campaign to support Mouth…
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Local artists urged to ‘hop to it’
Clan Cancer Support is urging local artists to submit designs for the Big Hop art sculpture trail in 2023. The cancer charity has partnered again…
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Clan resumes vital therapies for cancer patients and families
Vital therapies for cancer patients and their families are to resume following a two year hiatus.
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Make the most of stunning lighthouse sculptures while they remain on show
Time is running out to visit three spectacular sculptures launched to shine “a light in the dark” for people affected by cancer.
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Macmillan grants ease hardship of cancer sufferers
Macmillan Cancer Support awarded grants of around £4,190 to people with cancer in Shetland suffering financial hardship last year thanks to funds raised by its…
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Cancer charity to offer support in remote communities
Cancer support charity Clan will bring its support services to health centres around Shetland this summer. Clan has a base in Lerwick but it will…
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