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Bowel Cancer Isle of Man is an Isle of Man registered charity which aims to raise awareness of bowel cancer, its symptoms and risks, and provide local support to those people in the Island affected by this terrible but preventable disease.

Latest News and Events

10th Anniversary Glitter Ball

Bowel Cancer Isle of Man is delighted to announce that it is holding a “Glitter Ball” to celebrate its tenth year of raising awareness and supporting those affected by bowel cancer in the Island. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by emailing… Read more

Lynn & Brenda are climbing Kilimanjaro!

Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest freestanding mountain in the world: over 19,000ft. This September Lynn Nicolas and Brenda Stoffberg, who both work at Noble’s Hospital, will be taking on the challenge of trekking to the top. Lynn climbed Machu… Read more

10th Anniversary Afternoon Tea

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 10th Anniversary afternoon tea in June. We had a great time catching up with fundraisers, volunteers, other charities and bowel cancer patients. The staff at Peel Golf Club were brilliant… Read more

Nurses’ Viking Long Boat Challenge

For the past two years the Isle of Man 2016 student nurse cohort at Noble’s Hospital has supported local charities by taking part in the Viking Long Boat Championships at Peel. This year the nurses have chosen to support Bowel Cancer Isle of Man. For… Read more

IOM Cancer Patient Information Pack

IOM Cancer Patient Binder 2018 – created by IOM Cancer Services User Forum and sponsored by Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association. This information pack is designed to help you keep all the information you may need about your cancer, treatment and the support services available… Read more

Travelling off Island for treatment

The Isle of Man Department of Health has made arrangements with hospitals in the UK to provide certain specialised treatments that are not available here on the Island. These hospitals are predominantly within the North West of England and have agreed to a contract to… Read more

Bowel Cancer – Age is not a factor

Every year 2,500 younger people are diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK and this number is slowly increasing as more young people are engaging in lifestyle habits that increase their risk. Bowel Cancer IOM has produced a postcard sized guide to symptoms featuring Jamie… Read more

An Open Invitation

Isle of Man Bowel Cancer Patient & Carer Support Group We are a small group that was created in 2014 by Bowel Cancer Isle of Man to provide post operative non-medical support for bowel cancer patients and carers. Our group provides support for patients and their… Read more

Irrigation

Irrigation is a great way for people with colostomies to enjoy a better quality of life. Bowel Cancer IOM has information leaflets about the Braun IryPump irrigation system available to anyone interested. This system can be obtained on prescription. Email bowelcanceriom@manx.net to request details. … Read more

Flying Home – Information for seriously ill people abroad

New updated guidance for people in the advanced stages of serious and terminal illness who wish to fly abroad has been published by Hospice UK. The publication,… entitled “Flying Home”, provides people with all the information they need when travelling “from bedside to airside” and… Read more

All That Glam – help us raise funds by recycling your jewellery etc

Are you clearing out your cupboards and drawers? If you have any items of jewellery, scarves or evening bags you no longer wear or use then Bowel Cancer IOM would love to have them. We will be continuing to fundraise throughout 2018 with our All… Read more

Colostomy UK

Information for ostomates There are a wide range of factsheets, leaflets and information booklets. These can all be downloaded free. Helpline 24 hours a day: 0800 328 4257… Read more

Bowel Cancer UK

Understanding bowel cancer Bowel cancer is very treatable but the earlier it is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat. People whose cancer is diagnosed at an early stage have a much higher chance of successful treatment than those whose cancer has become more widespread… Read more

Bowel & Cancer Research

Bowel problems… Read more

NHS Bowel Cancer Information

Bowel cancer is a general term for cancer that begins in the large bowel. Depending on where the cancer starts, bowel cancer is sometimes called colon or rectal cancer. Bowel Cancer information… Read more

Cancer Research UK

Statistics and information on cancer incidence, mortality, survival and risk factors (causes) by cancer type are presented here. Bowel cancer statistics… Read more

Macmillan Cancer Support

Bowel cancer information Information and support for people affected by bowel cancer. Need to talk? Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm: 0808 808 00 00… Read more

IOM Government – DHSC – Cancer Plan

IOM National Cancer Plan 2012-2022 The National Cancer Plan for the Isle of Man 2012-2022 sets out the direction for the development of cancer services. To address the details and costs, an implementation plan will be developed by DH, working closely with other stakeholders. This… Read more