Lots of people tell us they like to visit our centre to access information about cancer and treatments. Others like to use our quiet space to gather their thoughts and meet others going through the same situation as they are. What do you like about Maggie's Southampton? [2/2]

Excited to be supporting the development of #KnowlegeExchangeandEnterprise strategy for Health Sciences, UoS led by Davide Fillingeri @thermosenselab and @MacmillanUoS David Wright.Bringing it all together!!! University of Southampton

To all the women working in #Cancer services, both on the frontline of the #NHS and those 'behind the scenes' - our gratitude and admiration for what you do; is not just today - it is everyday 💪🙌🦸‍♀️ #BreakTheBias #InternationalWomensDay #Cancer

⛳ Up for a golfing challenge? Take on 72 holes of golf in a day and help beat prostate cancer.

On today’s first ever #NationalCancerCNSDay day we wanted to celebrate and acknowledge all of the CNS staff who tirelessly support cancer patients and enable high quality specialist care. Thank you so much for all you do.

Happy Birthday to @asdarlington you’re an inspiration to so many and look so youthful! We love being part of your team! @EORTC_UoS Anna Hurley-Wallace PhD

💬 "Maggie’s – a warm and friendly atmosphere where every person feels heard and cared for. The staff and volunteers offer kindness, expertise, and solace." – Geraldine, Consultant at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre 🧡 No appointment needed. Retweet to spread the word.

April is bowel cancer awareness month. Please speak to your GP if you have noticed any changes to your 'normal'.

A couple of my favourite people spreading the very important word about moving with cancer & longterm health conditions Vicki Havercroft Dixon also on bluesky Wellbeing and Supportive Care, HHFT HHFT_CancerCare HHFT Therapies Hampshire Hospitals 💙😁

✅There's a mammogram for breast cancer. ✅A smear test for cervical cancer. 😢There's no screening tool for ovarian cancer. In yesterday’s Mail on Sunday we discussed, why is there no screening tool for #OvarianCancer? @dailymail dailymail.co.uk/health/article…

Are you a University of Southampton academic from Southampton Medicine with expertise in immunisation and vaccines? Let policy makers know by adding your name or that of another UoS expert you know in the comments below! #TagUoSExpert

Do you need a moment to stop, breathe and relax? Our relaxation sessions help you to do exactly that, and sometimes include a guided visualisation. Join us on Tuesday 10-11am or Fridays 2-3pm via Teams. Give us a call on 023 8212 4549 for all the details.

Are you involved in research? Or want to find out more? Registrations are now open for University Hospital Southampton 💙 University of Southampton staff to join our first R&D conference, celebrating 50 years of university-hospital partnership. Register here: bit.ly/3JA9egj

We will be taking a break from the 14th until the 20th of April. Wishing everyone a Happy Easter holiday!

It is important to know the signs and symptoms of #cancer and this #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth Bowel Cancer UK have shared a handy image listing the main symptoms to watch out for…

Our very own amazing #CancerSupportWorker Simone is going to #BraveTheShave for Macmillan Cancer Support on the 29th April. Please sponsor her if you can 💙😍💙 Hampshire Hospitals HHFT_CancerCare @CancerServicesP

Thanks to everyone who took part in our Women's Institute 10-Year Cancer Plan survey. Over 77% of you told us that raising symptoms awareness of ovarian cancer is top on your agenda. And it’s on ours too. You can read the full report: ovarian.org.uk//OCA_and_WI_10…

Save the date! Come and say hello at Maggie's Open Day on Saturday 3rd September. Bring your friends and family to look around and find out more about Maggie's Southampton. Keep an eye out for more details!

Travelling can be a worry when you have cancer and might mean some extra planning, but it is possible if you're feeling well enough 🌍

Take extra care of yourself and plan ahead. Swipe along for some tips 👉 We're here in our centres and via the phone or email to talk about any worries you might have 🧡