Come and chat to us in Hackney and walk inside a giant inflatable bowel
Friday 15 March 2024
We’re inviting Hackney locals to walk inside a giant inflatable bowel when it tours the borough in March to raise awareness of bowel cancer – the second biggest cancer killer in the UK.
The giant inflatable bowel – measuring 19 feet by seven feet – is an interactive experience to demonstrate the various stages of bowel cancer, and raise awareness of its symptoms, the importance of taking part in screening and learn about good bowel health.
It’s also a chance for people to ask any questions or share any worries about bowel cancer, whether about themselves, a loved one or friend, to one of our friendly and experienced staff and volunteers.
Come and chat to us on:
- Tuesday 19 March from 10am – 4pm outside Town Hall (Mare Street, London E8 1EA)
- Wednesday 20 March from 10am – 4pm outside Tesco Superstore (55 Morning Lane, London E9 6ND)
- Thursday 21 March from 10am – 4pm outside Tesco Superstore (55 Morning Lane, London E9 6ND)
Genevieve Edwards, Chief Executive at Bowel Cancer UK, says: “We’re really looking forward to talking to lots of people in Hackney about the disease, its symptoms, the importance of taking part in bowel cancer screening and how people can reduce their risk of developing bowel cancer.
“We know that awareness of bowel cancer and its symptoms is quite low in Hackney. We hope our giant inflatable bowel is a fun way to break the ice and start having those lifesaving conversations. We’re here to welcome everyone to a tour of the giant inflatable bowel, answer any questions you have about your bowel health, and signpost you for further support. No appointment necessary. See you inside!”
Our roadshows are funded by the BowelBabe Fund.
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