Our Stories
Cancer patients and their families are at the heart of what we do. Read a selection of inspirational stories from the people we’ve helped and hear from those who volunteer and support our work.
Derek’s Story
Derek, 67, from Bings Heath was diagnosed with grade five prostate cancer in March 2024 after visiting his GP to discuss troubles with his waterworks. Derek was sure something wasn’t ‘quite right’, so he was persistent and continued to visit his GP until a biopsy was done.
Colin Pritchard
Colin, 77 was diagnosed with prostate cancer in August 2022 and his treatment will continue until September 2025. Colin lived with symptoms for over 7 years before he finally got a diagnostic blood test.
Lyn’s Story
Lyn is a well-known Shropshire artist. She was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer that was picked up during her mammogram. She shares her story to encourage others to get tested.
Clare Roberts
Clare has been volunteering as a graphic designer for Lingen Davies, and she chose to support the charity after her dad was treated at the centre.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 📣
This May we're turning the region into one giant rainbow at our ColourFest event and we're looking for some extra pairs of hands to help 🌈
If you're not already participating in one of our three colour runs, there's plenty of tasks you can support us with - from marshalling to admin!
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I'll be there x
April showers have officially arrived but Sunny doesn't seem to mind ☔
Our Lingen Davies umbrellas are available to buy from our Shrewsbury offices and online!
The best bit? Every time you buy from our shop you're helping make a real difference to those in our region affected by cancer, so thank you 💛
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"I am very much looking forward to the future.”
Justine found a lump in her left breast two years after her first routine mammogram. She phoned the GP straight away to get it checked and was referred to the Princess Royal Hospital where it was confirmed she had breast cancer.
Now, following surgery and months of chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment, Justine is ready to start moving forward.
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