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Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity and Scannappeal are uniting to create one stronger charity supporting healthcare across the county.

29/10/2026

STATE OF THE ART MOBILE MAMMOGRAM SCREENING UNIT OFFICIALLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Despite torrential rain on Wednesday (21 October), The Countess Howe, DStJ, His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, officially unveiled a new, state-of-the-art mobile breast screening unit for South Buckinghamshire that will serve patients from across the county.

The launch ceremony, held at the Wades Centre, Princes Risborough, drew an enthusiastic crowd, including campaign donors, people who shared their breast cancer experiences, supporters who raised funds in memory of loved ones, and those who took on individual challenges such as climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

At the event, Countess Howe, Patron of Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity, and Andrew Mclaren, Chief Medical Officer at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, emphasised the importance of screening and early detection before The Countess cut the ribbon to officially open the unit and welcome patients.

After the ribbon-cutting, guests toured the unit and viewed its specialist equipment while the breast screening team answered questions. Guests were also invited to view ‘Circles of Support’, a colourful artwork displaying the names of appeal contributors.

Attendees included Dr Rosie Browning, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust’s Director of Breast Screening at Wycombe Hospital; Joan Butt, Deputy Clinical Lead for Breast Imaging; Wendy Brazier, Service Manager Breast Imaging; and Nicola Gilham, Chair of Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity.

The new unit resulted from a successful fundraising appeal led by Scannappeal and Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Charitable Funds, which raised more than £400,000 thanks to local support and backing from ITV’s Lorraine Kelly, a local resident.

The two charities have since united to create Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity, strengthening their support for healthcare across the county.

Commenting at the opening, Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity Chief Executive Officer, Karen Shardlow, said: “When we launched this appeal, Scannappeal and Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Charitable Funds were two separate charities, working towards a shared ambition. Today, those two charities have come together as one, Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity, and I think this unit is a wonderful example of what that shared purpose is all about.”

Patients across South Bucks, including those in Princes Risborough, Stokenchurch, Prestwood, Chesham, Amersham, Chalfont St Peter, Marlow, Gerrards Cross and Denham, will benefit from having screening appointments closer to home.

The specialist unit will now be housed at the Wades Centre for three months before moving to Prestwood.

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

22/10/2026

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, in partnership with Chilterns Prostate Cancer Support Group, is hosting a free targeted PSA testing event, made possible through funding and support from Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity.

• Date: Saturday 21 November 2026
• Time: 9am to 1pm
• Location: Stoke Mandeville Hospital
• Parking: Free parking available

This event is aimed at men aged 45–51 who have not had a PSA test in the last two years and are not currently under urology care, and who meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Are Black African or Black Caribbean
• Have been identified with the BRCA2 pathogenic variant
• Have a strong family history of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men, and understanding your risk is an important step in looking after your health. Risk can be higher for men from certain ethnic backgrounds and those with a family history of the disease.

A PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test is a blood test that measures the level of PSA in the blood. An elevated PSA level does not necessarily mean you have prostate cancer, as other conditions can also cause raised levels, but it can help identify when further investigation may be needed.

Eligible participants can receive a free PSA blood test, with results available within 24–48 hours.

How to take part:

• Scan the QR code on the poster
• Complete the PSA Decision-Making Questionnaire
• Eligible participants will then receive an invitation to attend an appointment

Need help to make or reschedule your appointment?
Email: [email protected]

Please note that this is a locally agreed targeted awareness and testing event and is not part of a UK national screening programme. Eligibility criteria apply.

08/10/2026

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre are proud to announce they will be supporting 6 local charities this festive season during the run of Sleeping Beauty, from Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027.

We are delighted that our charity has been chosen as one of the four charity partners benefiting from this year’s Magic Tickets scheme.

The theatre’s popular Magic Tickets scheme enables customers to add an additional ticket to their order at a discounted rate of just £10, helping a child or family who may otherwise be unable to attend the pantomime experience the magic of live theatre this Christmas.

Local businesses are also encouraged to support the initiative by purchasing Magic Tickets, with the final ticket allocation being distributed through the four benefitting charities.

The venue team is proud to support these hugely deserving charities with the help of this year's generous pantomime audiences. Last year, theatre-goers raised over £10,000 through bucket collections and over 100 Magic Tickets were sold.

Here’s to Sleeping Beauty making a meaningful difference to local people and the local community this Christmas.🎟️✨

📅 Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027
📍 Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

👉 Book your tickets and add a Magic Ticket: https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/aylesbury-waterside-theatre/whats-on/

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02/10/2026

We’re delighted to be attending the first-ever BHT Community Fest, taking place this Saturday at Stoke Mandeville Hospital for BHT colleagues, volunteers and their families.

There’ll be live music, entertainment, activities and food stalls showcasing flavours from around the world, so there’s plenty to enjoy.

And, of course, we’ll be there too! Pop by our stall, come and say hello and have a chat with the team. We’d love to see you there! 👋💙

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

01/10/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a powerful reminder that early detection saves lives.

Each year, thousands of women across the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer. Thanks to earlier diagnosis and better access to screening, survival rates continue to improve, but there is still more to be done.

We are working to make breast screening more accessible through our Mobile Breast Screening Appeal. This initiative brings state-of-the-art screening technology directly to communities across Buckinghamshire, making it easier for women to attend appointments closer to home.

Early detection can make all the difference. By supporting this appeal, you’ll help us fund vital equipment that increases access to screening services, encourages more women to get checked, and enables earlier diagnosis of potential issues.

Here’s how you can help:

• Share this post to spread the word
• Donate to the Mobile Breast Screening Appeal https://www.buckshospitalscharity.org/appeals/mobile-breast-screening-appeal/
• Encourage friends and family to attend their screenings
• Fundraise in your community

Together, we can make a lasting impact this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.💜

09/09/2026

This weekend, our Charity Chair, Nicola, is taking on the Thames Path Ultra Challenge! 🥾

Nicola will be putting her walking boots to the test while raising awareness and funds for our Cardiovascular Appeal, supporting the future of cardiac care for the local community.

Nicola shares:

“I’m really looking forward to taking on the Thames Path Walk and supporting Nigel. I’ve enjoyed getting ‘walk fit’ over the last few weeks, including some beautiful early-morning walks through the Chilterns countryside at dawnbreak. Now I’m just hoping the weather is kind to us all on the day!

I’m hoping to raise funds for the Cardiovascular Appeal and help bring greater awareness among local residents of the fantastic new building at Wycombe Hospital, including the state-of-the-art cardiology suite planned to open in late 2028.”

If you’d like to support Nicola and our Cardiovascular Appeal, please consider making a donation. Every contribution will help support the future of cardiovascular care for our local community.

👉 Visit Nicola’s JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/nicolagilham1

Good luck, Nicola! We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 👏💜

05/09/2026

Today is International Day of Charity! 💜

Today is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the power of kindness, generosity and community, and to recognise the difference that charitable giving can make.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supports our charity, whether through donations, fundraising, volunteering or simply spreading the word. Every act of support, big or small, makes a difference and helps us continue our work and transform lives across our local community.

We are incredibly grateful for your continued support. 💜

28/08/2026

We’d love to hear from you! 💬

Scannappeal and Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charitable Fund have united to create one stronger charity supporting healthcare across the county. By bringing together our supporters, fundraising and expertise, we can raise more funds, support more projects and make an even greater difference for patients, staff and communities, while keeping people and local healthcare at the heart of everything we do.

As we look ahead and prepare to introduce our new brand and website, we would love to hear your thoughts. This short questionnaire should take just a few minutes to complete, and your feedback will help shape how we move forward together. 💜

👉 Click the link in our bio or head to https://form.jotform.com/262374060514047 to share your views today.

27/08/2026

Our Autumn/Winter 2026 Events Diary is coming very soon!

Packed with exciting events, seasonal favourites and, of course, all the festive fun you know and love, there’s plenty to look forward to. 🎄✨

Make sure you receive your copy by subscribing here: https://scannappeal.org.uk/subscription/

We can’t wait to share what’s coming up! 💜

12/08/2026

Have you got good quality, current adult fiction or crime books at home that you no longer need? Why not give them a new lease of life by donating them to our bookshops at Wycombe, Amersham and Stoke Mandeville NHS hospitals?

Share this post across your networks, ask your friends, family and colleagues to have a clear-out, collect any suitable books and bring them in! Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.

📘Charity Office, ground floor, Amersham Hospital
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
📘Amersham Hospital Bookshop, second floor
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 3.30pm
📘Wycombe Hospital Bookshop, ground floor main reception
Monday to Sunday, 8am to 7pm
📘Stoke Mandeville Hospital Bookshop, main building next to the Oasis Café
Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 3pm

We also gratefully accept very good quality children’s books📚

Please share this post far and wide and help us collect as many books as possible! 💜📖

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity and Scannappeal are uniting to create one stronger charity supporting healthcare across the county. By joining together, our supporters, fundraising and expertise, we can raise more funds, support more projects and make a bigger difference for patients, staff and communities – while keeping people and local healthcare at the heart of everything we do.

Address

Amersham Hospital, Whielden Street
Amersham
HP70JD

Telephone

+441494411700

Website

https://www.buckshospitalscharity.org/

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