We are The Christie magazine November 2024

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Acting with kindness Dr Berman receives award following nomination from patient Helen Hyndman.

christie.nhs.uk EDITION 1 We are The Christie

WINTER 2024

Welcome

A word from the executive editor

Hello and welcome to the first edition of our new staff and patient magazine – We are The Christie.

The name of this magazine was chosen to reflect the togetherness here at The Christie. We believe this is a place where everyone’s voice is valued, and we want this new publication to showcase that. Accordingly, in this first edition, you’ll be able to read stories from our staff and patients alike.

We’ve featured snippets of life here at The Christie, from the wards and throughout our departments and divisions. This winter launch is full of heart-warming news, including a piece about our recent Christie Colleague Awards – which is one of my favourite events of the year – as well as stories about some of our staff and patients. We also share updates on our staff vaccination campaign, the launch of our Green Plan and much more. Whether you’re reading this in outpatients, or during a break in the dining room, I hope that you enjoy it. Life isn’t always easy in a busy NHS hospital, but I’m so happy to be able to share just some of the inspiring and interesting stories that take place here every day. Thanks for reading.

Roger Spencer Chief Executive

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Introduction News in brief Feature story vaccinators Social roundup Patient stories

You Made A Difference awards

Around the Trust

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Staff stories

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Under the microscope:

Partnering for our patients

Puzzle section Charity corner

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We’d love to hear your thoughts about this new magazine. Please send any feedback or ideas to the-christie.internalcomms@nhs.net You can also get in touch by post at: WATC Editor, The Christie, 2-4 Candleford Road, Withington, Manchester, M20 3JH 2

News in brief

The Christie celebrates fifth anniversary of symptom monitoring service 2024 marks the fifth year of our electronic patient-recorded outcome measures (ePROMs) service, called MyChristie-MyHealth. ePROMs are online questionnaires that patients fill in to report their symptoms, side effects and quality of life. Over 20,000 patients, across 30 different services, have filled in over 60,000 ePROMs since 2019. The Christie is the first NHS Trust in the UK to routinely introduce cancer symptom management questionnaires on such a large scale. A large portion of the funding came from donations to The Christie Charity. The service was also awarded the Greater Manchester Cancer Innovation Award in 2022.

News in brief

Winter vaccination campaign underway

GET VACCINATED GET WINTER STRONG

The Christie’s annual seasonal vaccination campaign began on Thursday 3 October, with a drive for staff to get their flu and COVID-19 jabs. As you may see around the building, some of our staff are currently starring in the promotion of the campaign. They volunteered to have their pictures taken for posters and other marketing materials, with a quote about why getting vaccinated is important to them. Getting vaccinated helps our staff to protect themselves, and our patients, from flu and COVID-19 during this busy winter period when these viruses are common. Learn more in the interview with vaccinator Rhona Johnson on page 6. Not had your flu or COVID-19 jabs yet? Visit nhs.uk/wintervaccinations to book now.

Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and others. It’s a way to show you care about your community, especially since some people can’t get vaccinated and rely on others for protection. By getting vaccinated, you’re helping to keep everyone safe.

Freya Macfarlane Engagement and organisational development specialist

Care Quality Commission (CQC) inpatient survey results In August, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) published the results of the 2023 national inpatient survey, ranking The Christie amongst the top NHS Trusts in England. The survey gathered responses from 651 Christie patients, who rated their overall hospital experience 9.1 out of 10, well above the national average. Questions in the survey covered topics such as: hospital admission and discharge, the hospital and ward environment, care and treatment, communication with staff, involvement in decisions, and being treated with respect and dignity. Patients star in new Christie video We recently produced a new film, We are The Christie, that features some of our patients from Manchester and the North West. The film showcases the range of services provided at The Christie and highlights the impact on patients' lives. Participants include BBC sports presenter Chris Latchem, drag artist Jay Swinnerton, midwife Claudia Boardman, and patient advocate Winston Carrington, alongside 24 clinical and non-clinical staff. The video is being used at presentations and conferences, with translations for international audiences.

Help keep yourself and the people you care for safe this autumn and winter. Get your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. For more information visit www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations Christie colleagues can see the latest information and book a jab via HIVE.

VR therapy for children having radiotherapy

The Christie is the first hospital in the UK to use virtual reality (VR) distraction therapy for children and young people undergoing radiotherapy. This is part of a two year project that aims to reduce anxiety related to cancer treatment. The VR headset, designed for ages 7-16, has been used over 20 times for procedures like cannulation, injections, and dressing changes, as well as radiotherapy. Patients select face emojis before and after treatment to measure anxiety levels. The data collected will help assess the impact of VR on patient experiences during their cancer treatment journey.

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank all involved and if you'd like to watch the film, please visit The Christie YouTube channel: youtube.com/ @TheChristieNHS.

If you’d like to read more about these stories, please visit: christie.nhs.uk/news

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Feature story

Employee awards Dr Berman honoured with Act with Kindness Award after nomination from patient Helen Hyndman.

Acting with kindness is something we ask of all our staff at The Christie. And there is nothing more rewarding for teams than when our patients take the time to say a heartfelt ‘thank you’. D r Richard Berman, Head of Supportive Oncology, was recently presented with the Act with Kindness award at our annual Christie Colleague Awards. He was nominated by his patient, Helen Hyndman, who described him as ‘kind, caring, gentle, calming yet professional’. If you’d like to read more about Helen’s story, you can do so in our patient stories section on page 9. Helen said: “Richard sees me as a whole person, not just a person with cancer or a set of symptoms. He takes the time to really listen to me, without any rush, hearing not only what I say but, also, what I don’t say. This makes me feel he completely understands me, and I never feel rushed or as though I am just another patient in his clinic. “Richard and I work together to make treatment decisions that are right for me, I feel he values my thoughts and opinions, always taking these into consideration. He has collaborated closely with other teams to alleviate some of my symptoms, massively improving my quality of life and giving me a future that I didn’t see.

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Richard sees me as a whole person, not just a person with cancer or a set of symptoms. He takes the time to really listen to me, without any rush, hearing not only what I say but, also, what I don’t say.

Helen Hyndman

“I don’t know how to begin to thank Richard for everything he has and continues to do for me - he is an incredible doctor and I know how lucky I am to be under his care. He saved my life, and he continues to give me hope and courage for the future - there is no greater impact than that!”

Helen attended our recent Christie Colleague Awards to personally present Richard with his award. They were joined by dozens of other colleagues who were

"I don’t know how to begin to thank Richard for everything he has and continues to do for me - he is an incredible doctor and I know how lucky I am to be under his care." Helen Hyndman

nominated in The Christie Colleague

Awards for an evening where we celebrated some of the amazing achievements that have taken place in the last year. To read more about all of the winners from the colleague awards, please visit our Trust website.

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Under the microscope to find out how it’s all going. ?

Vaccinators Our staff vaccination campaign at The Christie is currently in full swing and we thought it’d be nice to catch up with one of our vaccinators, Rhona Johnson,

Q: How has this year’s vaccination campaign been going so far? A: It’s going well, I believe all available appointments are booked at the moment and drop-ins are busy too, so take up has been good. Q: Why did you sign up to be a vaccinator? A: I am a roaming vaccinator, which means that I'm on the move and administer vaccinations around the Trust. I signed up because nurses at ward level can find it difficult to get to appointments in the hub, so we are taking the vaccines to them to make things easier, especially for staff coming off a night shift. Q: What has the response been like so far, are people eager to get vaccinated? A: Response has been good; staff have been keen to get their vaccines. There was a two day delay getting COVID-19 vaccines in for the start of the campaign and staff were asking for updates on their arrival. That shows how keen people are to get protected. Q: Why do you think it’s important that staff at The Christie get vaccinated? A: It’s important not just for ourselves, but also for our patients who are already in a vulnerable category, and not forgetting our friends and family at home.

Q: What advice would you give to someone who’s unsure about getting vaccinated? A: Come and speak to one of the vaccinators or seek someone in the vaccine hub. Alternatively, speak to your colleagues that may have already been vaccinated. It’s safe, quick and easy. Q: What would you say to a staff member that is thinking about signing up as a vaccinator next year? A: Go for it! There is some online training to do, but the more people there are - the better the service that can be provided. If you are going to sign up, please make sure you are up to date with Basic Life Support (BLS) and have been fit tested. Q: Has there been any particularly rewarding or memorable moments working on the campaign so far? Vaccinating very nervous members of staff and them saying they’re really scared of needles or “is it going to really hurt?” and telling them I’ve already done it – they didn’t feel a thing.

"It’s going well, I believe all available appointments are booked at the moment and drop-ins are busy too, so take up has been good"

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Social roundup

Velesha Ahmad shared how some of her support services helped her feel more like herself while being treated for breast cancer.

Social roundup We use our social media channels to share more about life at our hospital. Here are some of the highlights from

Professor Corinne Faivre-Finn shows off a very special gift from a patient.

the last few months. You can find us on

X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook, so please give us a follow if you’re on there.

We celebrated our fabulous cancer researchers on Red4Research Day (Friday 20 September).

Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) day in October gave us an opportunity to recognise the difference our AHPs make to patients and their loved ones.

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Patient stories

Des Burns Des Burns, a retired headteacher from Bury, has been receiving

immunotherapy for bladder cancer in the comfort of his home, thanks to The Christie’s pioneering at-home treatment service. When his sitting room was being redecorated last Christmas, he even had a treatment session in his garden shed! Diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2018, Des initially underwent surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy. After a period of being cancer-free, a scan revealed that the cancer had spread to his lymph nodes, requiring further treatments. Last spring, he transitioned to Avelumab, an immunotherapy drug administered every two weeks via a drip. Since last autumn, he’s been receiving this treatment at home, which takes around 60 minutes each session. Des recently marked a significant milestone with us, receiving the 50,000th treatment provided by The Christie’s home service since its launch in 2015. He appreciates the comfort and flexibility this option provides, allowing him to spend more time with his wife, Roz, and remain active in the community – including volunteering with the choir at St Michael’s primary school. "Having The Christie on my doorstep is fantastic, they have a great system in place,” said Des. “As well as having more time for my family and the things I love, having treatment at home is great for my mental wellbeing. I don't have to worry about getting stuck in rush hour traffic on my way to the hospital or finding somewhere to park. Having treatment at home takes a lot of the stress away, particularly when you are having long-term treatments for five years or more. Not having to travel to the hospital in Withington is a massive relief when it's snowing or raining.” “I’m incredibly grateful to all those in the NHS who have cared for and treated me in urology, the surgeons, the oncologists, the rehabilitation team, the chemotherapy and immunotherapy team and the ‘at home’ team.” The service offers 10 different drugs for various cancers and each Christie at Home nurse typically treats around 7 patients a day. Last year, we treated 8,466 patients from the comfort of their own home.

"As well as having more time for my family and the things I love, having treatment at home is great for my mental wellbeing."

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Helen Hyndman Helen Hyndman, a nurse from Bury in north Manchester, recently dedicated her MBE to The Christie.

After facing severe side effects from her cancer treatment, Helen says the team at The Christie helped her regain her life. Helen, who enjoys gardening, reading, walking, and spending time with her family, was diagnosed with advanced endometrial cancer in 2018 at age 44, while working as an assistant director of nursing in the NHS. Helen’s symptoms began 18 months before her diagnosis, but initial tests came back negative. When severe pain and other issues followed, she underwent a scan and hysteroscopy, leading to her diagnosis. “Even though I’m a nurse, the diagnosis came as a shock as all the tests I’d had previously came back negative. I wanted to keep everything as normal as possible,” she recalls. Helen’s treatment included surgery at The Christie to remove her womb, cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and pelvic lymph nodes, followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy. While effective against her cancer, the treatment caused debilitating side effects. The team at The Christie, which was led by Dr Richard Berman, took a holistic approach to

Helen’s care, developing a pain management plan and involving staff from the hospital's complementary therapy unit. Dr Berman also coordinated with surgeons to ensure Helen received the right medications during additional surgery. Helen’s experience inspired her to support others facing similar challenges. She now leads the Ask Eve service, a free and confidential nurse information line for The Eve Appeal – the UK’s leading gynaecological cancer charity. In April 2024, in recognition of her amazing work, Helen was awarded an MBE for charitable services to women with gynaecological cancers. The award was presented at Windsor Castle by Princess Anne. “The cancer treatment I had helped, but it was the wider support Richard and his team gave and continue to give me that has had the most impact on my quality of life. I cannot begin to describe the difference it’s made,” says Helen. “Richard and his team saw me as a whole person, not just as someone with cancer. We work together to make decisions that are right for me. Without him and his team, I wouldn’t be here, let alone be well enough to collect my MBE. It’s got my name on it, but it’s theirs as well.”

"We work together to make decisions that are right for me. Without him and his team, I wouldn’t be here, let alone be well enough to collect my MBE."

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You Made a Difference awards

You Made a Difference awards

Here at The Christie, we celebrate the positive effect our staff and volunteers have on patients, visitors and colleagues each month, with the You Made a Difference award.

Recent recipients include Jade, Lewis and Robyn who have all contributed to The Christie in their own unique way.

Robyn Bowerman, Medical Secretary in the clinical oncology breast team, always offers a helping hand to her work colleagues and will happily share her knowledge and best practice whenever needed according to her nominator, Kayleigh Collier-Dean, Assistant Service Manager. She also received positive feedback from patient, Elizabeth Pitt, who said “I talked to her three times, twice before my first appointment at The Christie and once when I was having side effects. She went out of her way to listen to me, talk to me and reassure me. Thank you.”

Lewis McNuff joined The Christie as a T level student in 2021 and very quickly made a positive impression, securing a role as an IT support analyst and then as an IT support technician. He always puts in a great deal of effort when helping staff with their IT-related issues and gets on very well with everyone according to his manager, George Brophy. His positive outlook does not go unnoticed by staff members, who have been impressed with his attitude. Colleague Rachel Campsey, echoes George’s positive sentiments, saying “Lewis has been incredibly helpful during our move of offices and even after. I really feel like he has gone above and beyond. He is always willing to help, always friendly and clearly enjoys his job. He is incredibly knowledgeable, deals really well with a high volume of questions and gets the job done really quickly and smoothly!”

Jade Ryan, a staff nurse on ward 11, gains trust and builds therapeutic relationships with her patients, as well as building a bond with family members, according to her manager, Sylwia Pietrzak. One of her patients, Beverley Francis, adds, “Jade is amazing. Really puts you at ease. Knows exactly what she is doing. Brilliant with patients and other members of staff. She has really left an outstanding impression on myself and my family, and now every time I have to be admitted I ask ‘can I go on ward 11’. Her personality and experience are second to none. She really is a credit to The Christie.”

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Around the Trust

Around the Trust

Memorial tree planting A memorial tree was planted at The Christie on 17 September 2024 to mark the first National Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers Lost to Suicide. Since 2011, more than 2,500 health and care workers across the UK are recorded to have lost their lives to suicide.The planting was an opportunity for reflection and to remember those who are no longer with us. Christie staff were joined by Sarah Jones from Doctors in Distress, a charity that provides mental health support to healthcare staff, at a memorial tree planting at our Withington site. Dr Neil Bayman, Executive Medical Director, and Andrew Bradley, Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Co-ordinator, both spoke at the event. In the space, which is located to the right of the Oak Road entrance, benches have been installed where staff, patients and visitors are all welcome to sit in contemplation.

Muslim support group launches at Maggie’s A new Muslim cancer support group has been created in Greater Manchester. The support group, which is set up by Maggie’s and supported by The Christie, had its official launch event in October at Maggie’s Cancer Centre. The centre, where the group meet, is based on Kinnaird Road, next to The Christie’s Withington site. The group welcomes anyone from Greater Manchester and the surrounding area who is Muslim and is living with cancer, as well as their family and friends. It supports individuals who have been impacted by cancer directly or indirectly, within a safe environment that facilitates compassionate conversations. Members can access expert advice and explore support services at Maggie’s, as well as learn about research opportunities from Christie staff to make informed decisions about participating in clinical trials. For more details contact the Manchester centre: manchester@maggies.org or call 0161 641 4848.

New inpatient wards open We are excited to announce that after over three years of work, two new wards – 14 and 15 – were officially opened on Saturday 19 October 2024. The wards, which comprise 20 bedrooms for inpatients, were opened with assistance from the NHS Targeted Investment Fund (TIF). The four-storey building was offices, but it has now been transformed into single The atmosphere on the day was incredible, the group was cheered on along the route – with several people coming over to greet staff and share what The Christie meant to them and their families. The parade entry was organised by The Christie’s Rainbow LGBT+ staff network group, which is open to LGBT+ people and allies. Christie staff show their Pride The uncooperative Manchester weather didn't stop over 30 LGBT+ colleagues and allies from taking part in the Manchester Pride parade in August.

Caring for patients and the planet At The Christie, we’re committed to caring for both our patients and the planet. Climate change is one of the greatest threats to public health, with human greenhouse gas emissions already causing widespread issues. In response, the NHS became the first health system globally to embed net zero targets into legislation through the Health and Care Act 2022, aiming to achieve net zero by 2040 for directly controlled emissions. Supporting this ambition, The Christie launched its Green Plan (2024–2027) in July 2024. This plan outlines initiatives like improving green travel, switching to non-fossil fuel heating, enhancing biodiversity, and reducing medical waste. The success of this plan relies on collective effort, ensuring high-quality care continues for both current and future generations. You can read the plan here: christie.nhs.uk/sustainable

rooms and two-bed wards, all with ensuite bathrooms, as well as clinical/wellbeing spaces for staff. The ward opening and moves are an integral part of our improvements around inpatient care and treatment.

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Staff stories

Each and every person who works at The Christie performs a valuable role which directly links to patient care. Whether it is a nurse delivering chemotherapy treatments, a member of the administration team sending out an appointment letter, a surgeon performing a robotic procedure, the domestic teams ensuring our wards are spotlessly clean, or an IT engineer keeping our computer systems running, there is a huge variety of roles that come together to make The Christie special.

Staff stories

Linda Roberts Linda Roberts is a transport co-ordinator who has worked at The Christie for 15 years. She is responsible for arranging transport for those patients who need help getting to and from The Christie for appointments if they cannot drive themselves, don’t have anyone to bring them or cannot use public transport.

Mani Hall-Arthur Mani Hall-Arthur works in our research division. She’s part of the contracts team, making sure they’re in place so our clinical trials can run smoothly. Mani's an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) champion and a member of The Christie’s neurodiversity staff network.

Linda works with the ambulance service and our volunteer drivers to ensure those patients get to hospital in time for their appointment and that they also get home afterwards. “It’s a very busy job and I feel a lot of responsibility to make

She recently worked with our EDI team to organise Black History Month activities at the hospital, raising awareness by blogging on our intranet.

“I love working face to face with patients. I feel like I really make a difference and people really appreciate what we do.” Linda Roberts

“I want to share my experiences as a black, neurodiverse woman and help and support wherever I can." Mani Hall-Arthur

“I became an EDI champion because making sure that everyone is able to be themselves and fulfil their potential is really important to me.”

sure our patients get home after an appointment, particularly when they might not be feeling that well. Sometimes, patients have to wait a while and we make sure they are kept informed and give them light refreshments while they wait. It’s a huge relief at the end of the day when I know everyone has got home safely."

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Staff stories

All our staff go to tremendous lengths to help each and every one of our patients and, together:

Christie surgeons complete the Manchester Half Marathon On Sunday 13 October, nine surgeons from The Christie swapped their scrubs for running gear to take on the Manchester Half Marathon. The demanding run was in aid of raising money for The Christie Charity, which supports patients and their families through their cancer journeys. You can read more about the charity on page 15. After completing the 13.1-mile challenge and reuniting with his colleagues, Aziz Gulamhusein said the following on behalf of the team:

“Everyone on the team enjoyed the event from the start to finish. There was a mix of abilities, with many doing their first ever half marathon, so a mixture of emotions at the start line but once we got going the crowds carried us through. Overall, a great event and incredible atmosphere – all in support of this important charity work.”

“Overall, a great event

and incredible atmosphere – all in support of this important charity work.” Aziz Gulamhusein

Lizzie McCulloch Lizzie McCulloch is our living with cancer manager. She looks after some of the services that help patients in a holistic way – this covers everything from our information centre, where patients can get important advice, our wig service, spiritual care, and even our art room.

Team Christie was made up of: Omer Aziz, Panos Christopoulos, Thomas Lee, Jeremy Oates, Paul Sutton, Jonathan Wild, Lorena Martin Roman, and David Mowatt.

Lizzie joined The Christie in 2010 as a chemotherapy nurse, before becoming a research nurse, then a clinical skills trainer, before moving into her current role.

“When someone's got cancer, it's important that we don’t just look after their medical needs, but that we understand what other support they may need to help them through a difficult time." Lizzie McCulloch

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Partners and puzzles

Partnering for our patients

In 2010, The Christie entered into a joint venture with our partner HCA Healthcare UK to form The Christie Private Care, a dedicated partnership for patients with private medical insurance, or for those who choose to self-fund their care.

us as a Trust, including a dedicated income stream that we can re-invest into our NHS services. Beyond this we have found several other innovative ways to collaborate and enhance the benefits of working in partnership with HCA UK. These include shared clinical posts and investment in new technology, to benefit both NHS and private patients. And during the pandemic our established partnership meant that we could work together and continue to provide care for our time critical patients, something we can all feel truly proud of.

During the pandemic our established partnership meant that we could work together and continue to provide care for our time critical patients

The Christie partnered with HCA UK because they are a like-minded organisation with a focus of high-quality care. The benefits that this could bring for patients and for the organisation were evident. Fourteen years later The Christie Private Care has treated thousands of patients, helping more people in the region and beyond to access outstanding cancer care. This partnership brings many tangible benefits to

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Charity corner

How the Charity supports our Trust The Christie Charity plays a vital role in supporting The Christie by providing enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds.

From pioneering cancer research, care and treatment to extra patient services that help make cancer treatment a little easier, the hospital would not be the world leading centre it is without this support. Studies have shown that cancer patients treated at research-intensive hospitals have better outcomes than those treated in hospitals with little or no research activity. Last year our Charity funded £3.8m towards research projects and has pledged a further £30m over the next five years. Reading this in the hospital? then it’s likely you are experiencing some of the benefits that the Charity support makes possible.

Our beautiful garden and peaceful conservatory being maintained with Charity funding

Did you know that our Charity funds: • Specialist staff including: - clinical nurse specialists and nurse clinicians who are experts in their field and provide help, advice and physical and emotional support to patients - clinical research fellows, advanced nurse practitioners, laboratory staff, research assistants and technicians - a dementia nurse specialist - an artist in residence • world first clinical trials and research projects • a complementary therapy service for patients, their families and staff • a smoking cessation service • a wig service • a staff library and education centre • music therapy for our younger patients • an art service for patients and staff • the maintenance of our beautiful garden and peaceful conservatory • t he enhancement of our catering service, allowing us to offer locally sourced fresh ingredients where possible and to accommodate patients’ dietary preferences. The Charity also funds larger scale projects such as: • Christie centres in Salford, Oldham and Macclesfield • our bespoke teenage and young adult unit • our proton beam therapy research room (the first in the country) • our School of Oncology - a world class teaching centre

• t he bloods closer to home service to spare patients travel time and inconvenience • p art funding of the multi-million pound Paterson research building. And this is just a small selection of the services, roles and projects the Charity supports. The Christie Charity has two centres located at the Withington site and The Christie at Macclesfield. The centres offer a welcoming space for anyone seeking more information about how to support the Charity. Both centres also sell a range of merchandise - including gifts, cards, jewellery, stationery and other goods - with all proceeds going directly to The Christie. Every donation made to The Christie Charity helps fund groundbreaking research, life-saving treatments, and enhanced patient amenities, creating a brighter future for our patients.

For details on how to support The Christie Charity, visit one of the centres, call 0161 446 7506, or visit: christie.nhs.uk/the-christie-charity The Charity Centre (Withington site) is located near the Oak Road entrance of the hospital (department 3). Open Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 4pm. The Macclesfield Charity Centre is located in the main waiting area at The Christie at Macclesfield. Open Tuesday to Thursday, 10am – 3.30pm.

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NIGHT OF NEON

Walk towards a brighter future A fun 5K walk around Salford Quays Saturday 8 February 2025 , 6.30pm

Find out more at christies.org/nightofneon

Registered charity no. 1201654