Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Cancer Care

30/08/2026

🎗️ Appendix Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️

Appendix cancer is a rare cancer that develops in the appendix and can sometimes be difficult to diagnose because symptoms may be mild, nonspecific, or absent in the early stages.

🔎 Possible signs and symptoms may include:
• Abdominal pain or discomfort
• Bloating or increasing abdominal size
• Nausea or vomiting
• Changes in bowel habits
• Loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss
• A feeling of fullness
• In some cases, symptoms related to fluid or tumor spread within the abdomen

💡 Because appendix cancer is uncommon and symptoms can resemble other digestive conditions, awareness and appropriate medical evaluation are important.

🎗️ Know your body. Know the signs. Don’t ignore persistent or unusual symptoms.

Let’s spread awareness, support those affected, and encourage conversations about this rare disease. 💜

28/08/2026

We’re delighted to share this wonderful opportunity from the Cancer Support Cafe. 💗

We’re really looking forward to meeting everyone on the 3rd of October at the Athenaeum in Warminster.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for visitors to learn more about the informal support available to anyone affected by cancer, including family and friends, and to hear more about the valuable work carried out by the hospital’s Cancer Support Worker team.

Please share the post and help us spread the word. We look forward to welcoming everyone, connecting with our community and continuing to collaborate and support one another. 💕

The Open Door Chat Cafe is held in Warminster at the Athenaeum. The Cancer Support Cafe, will be hosting a Cancer Support Worker Team Leader, from Salisbury Hospital on 3rd October. Visitors will be able to learn more about the cafe and the informal support we offer to all affected by cancer, including family and friends. The Team Leader will chat to our visitors individually, providing an opportunity for them to discover more about the work of her team within the hospital.

This opportunity to chat with a Cancer Support Worker is very fitting as October is Breast Cancer Support month.
Many of our volunteers at the Cancer Support Cafe have lived experience of cancer.

26/08/2026

💚 You are not alone. Cancer support is here for you. 💚

A cancer diagnosis can affect every part of life — emotionally, physically and practically. Knowing where to turn for support can make a real difference.

Our Cancer Support Team at Salisbury Hospital is here to listen, provide information and help you access the support that’s right for you, from diagnosis and throughout treatment and beyond.

Whether you need practical advice, emotional support, information about services, or simply someone to talk to, you don’t have to know exactly what you need before getting in touch. We can work with you to understand what matters most to you.

📞 Cancer Support Team: 01722 336262 ext. 2417
🕗 Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm

If you or someone close to you is affected by cancer, please remember: support is available, and you don’t have to face it alone. 💚

25/08/2026

🌟 Come and Say Hello at Alderbury Village Hall! 🌟

Are you looking for information about cancer services, support available in your local area, or simply have a question you'd like to ask? 💙

📍 Alderbury
📅 Friday 28th August
⏰ 10:00am - 12:00pm

Our Cancer Services Engagement & Experience Coordinator will be on hand to chat, answer questions, share information about local cancer support services, and listen to your feedback and experiences.

Whether you're living with cancer, supporting a loved one, or would just like to find out more about the services available, we'd love to meet you. 🤝

No appointment needed, just pop along and say hello! 👋

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01/08/2026

Today is World Lung Cancer Day. 💙

Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers worldwide, but early detection, greater awareness, and continued research can save lives.

Take a moment today to:

🫁 Learn the signs and symptoms.
🚭 Encourage a smoke-free lifestyle.
❤️ Support those living with lung cancer and remember those we've lost.
🔬 Advocate for research, better treatments, and access to early screening.

Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and bring hope to millions of individuals and families affected by lung cancer.

28/07/2026

💗🎗️ Cancer Awareness Morning at Alderbury Village Hall 🎗️💗

Join us on Friday 31st July, 10:00am – 12:00pm at Alderbury Village Hall for a friendly and informative Cancer Awareness Morning 💬

Jo, our Cancer Services Engagement & Experience Coordinator, will be on hand to provide information, answer questions, and chat about cancer awareness, early detection, local support services, and screening programmes 💬🎗️

🌸 Friday 31st July 🗓️🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm ⏰📍 Alderbury Village Hall 📍

Everyone is welcome 👥 Come along for a friendly chat, pick up some useful information 📄, and help us raise awareness within our community 🌼

Please share this post with your friends, family, and neighbours 📣 Together, we can help spread awareness and encourage early detection 💙🎗️

27/07/2026

🌍💙 World Head and Neck Cancer Day 💙🌍

Today, we come together to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and support everyone affected by head and neck cancer. 🤝🎗️

⚠️ Many head and neck cancers can be treated more successfully when found early. If you notice symptoms such as: 👄 A mouth ulcer that doesn't heal
😣 A persistent sore throat
🥤 Difficulty swallowing
🦋 A lump in your neck

👉 Don't ignore the signs—speak to a healthcare professional.

Together, we can spread awareness 📢, support patients, survivors, and their families ❤️, and help save lives through early detection. 🌟

🎗️ Every conversation matters. 💙 Every voice counts. 🌍 Together, we can make a difference.

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22/07/2026

💛 Sarcoma Awareness: Know the Signs. Save Lives. 💛

Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that can develop in the bones or soft tissues, including muscles, fat, nerves, and blood vessels. Because it's uncommon, the warning signs are often overlooked—but early diagnosis can make a significant difference.

⚠️ Know the signs:

• A lump that is growing or larger than a golf ball

• Persistent bone pain, especially at night

• Swelling or tenderness that doesn't go away

• Unexplained fractures or ongoing pain

If you notice any of these symptoms, don't ignore them. Speak to your healthcare provider and ask for further evaluation if something doesn't feel right.

💛 During Sarcoma Awareness, let's raise awareness, support those affected, remember those we've lost, and advocate for earlier diagnosis and better treatments.

Please share this post to help spread awareness. Together, we can make a difference.

15/07/2026

🎗️ Cancer Awareness Drop-In – Amesbury 🎗️

Jo, our Cancer Services
Engagement & Experience Coordinator will be at The New Inn, Amesbury on Friday 17th July, from 10:00am to 12:00pm.

Come along for a friendly chat, pick up information about cancer awareness, prevention and screening, and ask any questions you may have.

Whether you're looking for advice for yourself, a family member, or a friend, we're here to help.

No appointment needed—just drop in. Everyone is welcome.

📍 The New Inn, Amesbury
📅 Friday 17th July
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm.

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and tagging anyone who might be interested. 💙

08/07/2026

🍷 Alcohol Awareness Week: Raising Awareness, Starting Conversations 💬

Alcohol Awareness Week is a time to talk openly about alcohol, understand the impact it can have on our health and wellbeing, and encourage people to make informed choices about their drinking. 💙

It’s an opportunity to reflect on our own habits, support friends and family, and learn where to find help if alcohol is becoming a concern. 🤝

⚠️ Alcohol can affect many areas of health, including increasing the risk of several cancers. Drinking alcohol is linked to at least seven types of cancer, including breast, bowel, liver, mouth, throat, oesophageal, and laryngeal cancers. 🎗️

This Alcohol Awareness Week, let’s:
✅ Start conversations
✅ Share information
✅ Support each other
✅ Make positive changes for our health🌱

Remember, even small changes can make a big difference. 💚

💬 Talk. Learn. Support. Take action.