Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
2026-12-01 13:30 - 14:30, 2027-03-23 13:30 - 14:30 (Europe/Dublin) | Online Event Via Zoom
This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar. It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
2027-01-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult’s cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families are dealing with cancer. Please be aware that this talk will not cover end of life situations.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Bereavement: Understanding and coping with grief
2027-01-22 10:00 - 12:30 | Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Avenue, Belfast, Antrim, BT9 6EE, United Kingdom
This group talk will focus on: how grief can affect you emotionally, physically, socially and provide a range of strategies to help you cope with your grief and move forward with life.
Wednesday 22 January 2027, 10-12.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast
(numbers limited to 25 participants)

Acupressure techniques
2027-01-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body known as acupressure points. The points are similar to acupuncture points however without the use of needles. This session will teach you a number of these acupressure points for self-use in managing symptoms such as insomnia, fatigue, nausea and night sweats
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Self-Care Strategies to Improve Wellbeing
2027-02-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Avenue, Belfast, Antrim, BT9 6EE, United Kingdom
This session will provide information on a range of strategies to help reduce fear, anxiety, improve sleep and aid relaxation.
Date: Thursday, 4 February 2027, 2-3.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast
(numbers limited to 25 participants)

Relaxation space – Calming your thoughts through mindfulness practice
2027-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This session will talk about mindfulness, what it is and how you can use it in your everyday life to reduce stress and calm your thoughts.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Bach Flower Remedies – helping stabilise emotions
2027-02-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This session will talk about the 38 different Bach Flower Remedies – providing information on how to safely use them yourself to manage your emotions.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis
2027-02-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This talk is about how you can best support a loved one diagnosed with cancer – how to look after their needs as well as your own.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027
2027-04-04 | London, WC2N 5DS, United Kingdom
Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027!
Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon with Action Cancer on Sunday 4th April 2027. We only have a limited number of spaces available for this event so don’t miss out!
The event is not your average half marathon, it is the only marathon to go through both the city of London and the city of Westminster. From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other!
Registration fee: £60
Minimum Fundraising: £600
Without our supporters we would not be able to provide our life saving services.
Our fundraising team will give you all the help you need to reach your fundraising target including providing branded materials and creating a fundraising plan to suit you.
Express your interest in running with Action Cancer using the form below
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The Alps Trek 2026
2027-04-09 08:00 - 2027-08-09 17:00 | The Alps, Switzerland
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Join Action Cancer and Global Adventure Challenges for an unforgettable five-day trek through the heart of the Alps — all in aid of saving lives.
🏔️ Key Information
📅 Dates: 16th–20th September 2026
🚶 Distance: Approx. 42km over 5 days
🌍 Trekking Through: 2 stunning European countries, France and Switzerland
💪 Challenge Grade: Tough
🛌 Accommodation: A mix of comfortable hotels and traditional mountain huts
🌄 Highlights:

Panoramic views of glaciers, alpine waterfalls, and open green meadows
Experience the beauty of the Alps like never before

💰 Costs & Fundraising
🎟️ Registration Fee: £199
🎯 Minimum Fundraising Target: £2875
✅ What’s Included:

Return flights from Dublin or Belfast (TBC)
All accommodation
All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5

❌ What’s Not Included:

Travel insurance
Drinks with meals

Why Trek for Action Cancer?
Every step you take helps save lives and support people affected by cancer across Northern Ireland. Your fundraising will help provide early detection, support, and prevention services — making a real impact in your community.
Places are limited — sign up now and step into adventure for a cause that matters! Express your interest in this trek using the form below:
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London Marathon 2027
2027-04-25 | London, WC2N 5DS, United Kingdom
Run the London Marathon 2027 for Action Cancer!
Action Cancer have a limited number of spaces available for this event so don’t miss out! You can pre-register now and skip the stress of the ballot!
London Marathon is one of the six World Marathon Majors, it has an iconic route passing through famous London districts and past many landmarks, including the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace.
Together with our partner travel agency, Sports Travel International, we are offering a fantastic package which includes:
Guaranteed 2027 London Marathon race entry
3 nights accommodation in Melia Whitehouse
Daily breakfasts including a special early breakfast on London Marathon day
Private coach transfer to the start from the hotel (runners only)
The services of your Sports Travel International running guides
The security of booking with a fully licensed and bonded Irish travel agency
Action Cancer branded running vest
Support to reach your fundraising target
Flights are not included and participants must source these themselves
Our fundraising team will give you all the help you need to reach your fundraising target including providing branded materials and creating a fundraising plan to suit you. Without our supporters we would not be able to provide our life saving services.
Participants must have an Irish, Northern Irish or EU postal address.
Express your interest in running the London Marathon 2027 with Action Cancer using the form below:
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