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"My cancer journey"

About: Belfast City Hospital / General Surgery Belfast City Hospital / Oncology Belfast City Hospital / Palliative Medicine General Surgery / Recovery General Surgery / Ward 2 East Day of Surgery Unit Oncology / Physical Activity Classes

(as the patient),

I had to get my gallbladder removed and a month later was told it was cancerous. I had 7 months of chemo. 

I kept as active as possible, but was still very tired.

After my treatment finished I asked to join the activity class through Macmillan, to build up my energy level and keep me active.

The video zoom class was great that you didn’t have to leave the house. Just log on once a week at a set time and day. It was brilliant, I loved it from the start.

Joe was the instructor. He was absolutely amazing. From his IT skills to his teaching skills. He is so fantastic. The exercises really helped me a lot, and I found I had more energy and was more active.

Unfortunately my cancer has returned and it is terminal now. But I am going keep exercising as long as I as I now love it so much.  Thanks to Joe.

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Response from Sarah Taggart, Physiotherapy, Cancer Centre BCH, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust 7 months ago
Sarah Taggart
Physiotherapy, Cancer Centre BCH,
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Submitted on 21/09/2023 at 14:33
Published on Care Opinion at 14:44


Hi Kenza

Thank you so much for taking the time to tell us about your experience. I am so sorry to hear that despite all your efforts to keep active, your cancer has returned.

I am so pleased that you found Joe's class helpful after your chemotherapy and that you found the online sessions convenient from your own home. We are so fortunate to have a Physical Activity Coach funded by Friends of the Cancer Centre - I will make sure that Joe is made aware of your lovely feedback.

Sincere thanks again

Sarah Taggart

Band 7 Physiotherapist Cancer Centre

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