Get some Headspace
Get some Headspace We’re excited to let you know that we have teamed up with meditation and mindfulness company, Headspace to offer anyone that is using or has used our services a free … Read more
Resources
Relaxation videos
Relaxation videos Janey, one of our therapists at Penny Brohn UK delivers two short sessions on relaxation techniques to help wind down. We recognise how stressful a cancer diagnosis and … Read more
Coping with chemotherapy
Coping with chemotherapy side effects Side effects from chemotherapy vary. There are many different types of chemotherapy treatment. Most of them aim to kill cells that are dividing and multiplying … Read more
Tips for insomnia
Tips for insomnia About 30-50% of people who’ve been diagnosed with cancer will have sleep problems at some point. Here a few practical steps you can take to try and improve … Read more
Mastectomy rehabilitation
Mastectomy rehabilitation Here, Kate from My Simple Steps shares exercises that can help before and after a mastectomy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pRe5QMl3T8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07C-mPY-Phwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg7UrcTO5xM Read more about our recovery approach and our work to support … Read more
Exercising with Lymphoedema
Exercising with Lymphoedema What is lymphoedema? Lymphoedema occurs when your lymphatic flow is affected. This often happens during treatment for cancer. It’s a long-term condition which causes swelling, usually in … Read more
Eating well with cancer
Eating well with cancer Eating well with cancer is essential to improving your physical and mental wellbeing. You can download the following booklets, designed a few years ago, to help … Read more
Breathing for relaxation
Breathing for relaxation These simple exercises can help: Relax your body and mind Reduce anxiety and feelings of stress Support overall wellbeing Help you have a clear mind Deeper breathing … Read more