On today's episode we are joined by Tina Thompson, Partnership Manager North East and North Cumbria for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Find out more about Tina's background in nursing, and how Tina works in her role at Macmillan to improve cancer care and support for communities across the North East.  Understand why North Shields Fish Quay has

 'What I want to see is somebody who works within the industry, either on the port as a fisherman or a family member, because of a conversation they have had with C Aware, that they've went to the doctors, they got in to see the doctor and they got in to be treated early.'

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On today's episode we are joined by Andrea Love, Partnerships and Quality Lead at Macmillan Cancer Support.

Deb and Andrea discuss working at Macmillan, how the programme came about and the bigger picture of why C Aware is working with the fishing community . They also

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In this podcast episode, Marc Evans, CEO of The Fishermen’s Mission, shares how he found his way to the organization after a long career in the Navy. Drawn by his desire to continue serving others, Marc explains how the mission's values of service and integrity resonated with him deeply, making it "the best decision I've ever made." He also highlights the importance of empathy and open communication in his leadership style, which he finds incredibly fulfilling.

In the first episode of "Reeling in Cancer Awareness," Deb and Elle introduce the C Aware program, aimed at supporting the fishing community in North Shields. They chat about offering info on cancer symptoms, prevention tips, and ways to get help, all without needing a doctor's visit.

Elle mentions the weekly C Aware stall on the Fish Quay, where people can stop by for materials like mole-checking cards.

"We want everybody to be a champion, championing the cause," says Deb, highlighting the effort to recruit and train Cancer Champions. Elle adds, "This work will support other communities who face the same barriers as fishermen."

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Welcome listeners, we are just about to launch our first podcast episode, so here is a little taster of what is to come!

Over the next few months we will be introducing you to all the people who have made this programme possible, and speak directly to those people the programme is working alongside. We are really looking forward to sharing what we have been up to so far and what the future may hold...

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With thanks to the Fishermen's Mission choir for providing us with the sea shanty for the podcast episodes.

C Aware is a three year programme funded by Macmillan Cancer Support and delivered by Fishermen's Mission in North Shields.

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