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“I’ve been extremely lucky to be on the trial. It’s certainly improved my standard of life”: Cynthia’s research story

Cynthia took part in the DISCUS trial, which is improving quality of life for advanced bladder cancer patients.

Weston Park Cancer Charity’s College Partnership celebrates first year of impact

The partnership brings eight local colleges together to raise vital funds and awareness.

£25k Weston Park Cancer Charity grant supports bespoke services for Teenage and Young Adult patients

The grant has been given to the award-winning TYA team, who care for young patients across the region.

Sheffield dad’s Edinburgh Fringe show on male breast cancer set to raise vital funds for Weston Park Cancer Charity

Money raised through Alan Wake’s ‘Manogram’ show will help to bring a life-saving MRI simulator to Weston Park Cancer Centre.

Remembering Uri - Patron of Weston Park Cancer Charity

On the first anniversary of his passing, we’re remembering Uriah Rennie - a dedicated Patron and friend to Weston Park Cancer Charity.

Sheffield Lord Mayor unveils Weston Park Cancer Charity’s ‘Ribbons of Hope’ in-memory tribute

The ribbons in Weston Park honour loved ones who are no longer with us, while raising vital funds for our services.

Weston Park Cancer Charity contributes to groundbreaking Sheffield research into advanced bladder cancer

The DISCUS trial showed patients with advanced bladder cancer can have 3 cycles of chemotherapy rather than 6 – which will dramatically improve quality of life for patients.

£1.6 million raised for a life-saving MRI Simulator – help us reach the finish line!

The ‘see it. treat it.’ appeal’s fundraising target of £1.85 million is now in our sights.

“It’s one of the best and hardest things I’ve ever done”: Weston Park Cancer Charity trustee David Grey MBE on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

With places now open for our 2027 Mount Kilimanjaro trek, trustee David shares his experience of hiking the world’s tallest free-standing mountain.

A group of 9 people wearing hiking gear, sat at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in front of the national park sign. They are holding a sign that has the Weston Park Cancer Charity logo and another that says Jagged Globe.

Weston Park Cancer Charity grant helps young patients to access clinical trials

The grant of almost £90k funded support services for young patients and the work of a Teenage and Young Adult (TYA) research nurse.

A clinical trials nurse wearing a blue uniform, stood in front of Sheffield hospital's Cancer Clinical Trails Centre.

57-year-old primary school teacher takes on London Marathon for Weston Park Cancer Charity

Jill is running the London Marathon this April, four years after going through treatment for breast cancer.

Two women wearing running gym wear, stood on a grass area in front of a sign that says "Parkrun Millhouses"

Celebrating the impact of Sheffield Wednesday FC’s Active Against Cancer programme

A £21k Weston Park Cancer Charity grant helped the club to support local people with their physical and mental wellbeing.