Wellbeing and Lifestyle

The Cancer and Rehabilitation Exercise (CARE) programme is for men and women living with Cancer. Notts County FC Football in the Community work in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to deliver this incredibly effective cancer rehabilitation & exercise programme. CARE uses physical activity to help patients during their recovery. For more information please click on the link below:

Breast Cancer Care Now is a charity that is steered by world class research and powered by life-changing care. They are here to support anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing suport for today and hope for the future. Click the below link to access their website:

Here is a video on how to perform a breast self-exam presented by City of Hope & The Pink Patch Project

 

Struggling to get back to ‘normal’ after treatment for breast cancer? Adapting to life after treatment can often be difficult and you might need some support in adjusting. Click on the link below to access further information:

The BAPS App Wales

The BAPS App has been designed by physiotherapists, a breast cancer surgeon and some breast cancer survivors. The app has been designed following constructive feedback from patients about the information on post-operative exercise that is currently available.

Free mental health apps

WellMind

WellMind is an NHS app offering advice, tips and tools for improving mental health, such as Body Map to see how depression and anxiety affects the body, games to help with distraction when you're stressed, and relaxation methods.

WhatsUp

WhatsUp provides daily tools that promote positive mental health. It's simple, quick and non-judgemental, creating a virtual safe space to share feelings through a mood tracker, daily notifications and setting targets. Click the link below for more information:

FearTools

FearTools uses three methods to lower anxiety: an anxiety test to track symptoms ; a relaxing app to regulate breathing; and a daily 'thought diary'. Click the link below for more information:

Chill Panda

Chill Panda monitors heart rate and suggests tasks, simple breathing techniques and light exercises to help people take their mind off their worries. Click the link below for more information: