Libraries promoting Cancer Talk Week: 25 to 29 January 2016

Macmillan’s Cancer Talk Week takes place Monday 25 January to Friday 29 January 2016, and Shropshire Libraries is highlighting the addition to their health zones of Macmillan Cancer support leaflets.

Customised leaflet stands, specifically made by Macmillan for Shropshire Libraries, are now in place in branches in Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Whitchurch and Market Drayton, and hold many free resources to help people with their queries. A large collection of Macmillan leaflets can also be found at Oswestry Library.

Vicky Northern, Associate Macmillan Development Manager in Shropshire, said:

“It’s so important for people affected by cancer to get the right information at the right time, to help them make decisions about treatment and care. That’s why Macmillan produces information on a wide range of cancer topics, including different types of cancer, cancer treatments, coping with emotions, and dealing with practical issues such as work and travel.

“We’re really pleased to be working with the Shropshire Libraries team, and hope that these resources in the new display stands will help people affected by cancer in Shropshire get answers to their questions.”

Stuart West, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for leisure and culture, said:-

“It’s really encouraging to see the vast variety of up-to-date health information available in our libraries, and the support available for people living in Shropshire.”

For more information about Macmillan Cancer Support follow the link – http://www.macmillan.org.uk.

For more information about staying healthy with Shropshire Libraries or to ask about a concessionary or carer’s ticket, contact Mirka Duxberry, library commissioning manager for reading and health, on 01743 255031 or visit http://new.shropshire.gov.uk/libraries.