What is Sarcoma Awareness Month?
Sarcoma Awareness Month runs each year throughout July, from the 1st to 31st. It aims to spread awareness about sarcoma, a rare form of cancer that affects the bones and soft tissues. This is very important as it aims to educate people such as the public and healthcare professionals about the symptoms and early detection.
Sarcoma UK
Charities like Sarcoma UK have been set up to help people who are diagnosed with sarcoma and their family and friends. They offer a wide range of support such as their dedicated support line, support groups, emotional and practical support and how to talk to your loved ones about their diagnosis.
Support Line
To contact the support line, please call 0808 801 0401.You can also email supportline@sarcoma.org.uk or text 0786005883.
This service is always confidential and always there to listen and offer support. The support groups are run locally or online, allowing people to discuss with others their diagnosis in a confidential, casual setting. To find a local support group please check out the Sarcoma UK charity website linked below.
Practical Support
Practical support involves giving relevant information to those who need it such as information regarding free prescriptions, possible government benefits and other schemes.
Volunteering Opportunities
To get involved in fundraising for this incredible charity, please see the website for different ways to help. They accept donations, set up awareness races, ask for people to give up their time and if you have other ideas on how to volunteer, they would love to hear them!