Mesothelioma UK

Mesothelioma UK Mesothelioma UK is the national charity for anyone affected by mesothelioma.

We exist to support people with mesothelioma to live better and live longer and to prevent mesothelioma happening to future generations. About Mesothelioma UK

Mesothelioma UK is a national specialist resource centre, specifically for the asbestos-related cancer, mesothelioma. The charity is dedicated to providing specialist mesothelioma information, support and education, and to improving care an

d treatment for all UK mesothelioma patients and their carers. The charity integrates into NHS front line services to ensure specialist mesothelioma nursing is available at the point of need. This is achieved through a growing network of specialist mesothelioma nurses, regionally based in NHS hospitals but funded by Mesothelioma UK. Mesothelioma UK is based at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Glenfield site. The charity relies entirely on donations, legacies, fundraising and sponsorship to ensure all services provided free of charge across the UK.

"Our gut is home to millions of microbes that make up the gut microbiome, which may play an important role in how we res...
25/08/2026

"Our gut is home to millions of microbes that make up the gut microbiome, which may play an important role in how we respond to cancer treatment. Dietary fibre and microbial supplements, such as probiotics, are being investigated as ways to modify the microbiome and potentially improve treatment outcomes.

"Our study brought together the available evidence on these approaches in people with cancer to understand which may help reduce side effects and help cancer treatments work better."

We’re pleased to welcome Cecilia Morel, PhD student, Barts Cancer Institute, Queen Mary University of London to speak at our upcoming Patient & Carer Day about using your gut to improve cancer treatment outcomes. The day will also be filled with expert talks on mesothelioma symptoms, access to specialist teams and more.

Join us on Thursday 1 October at the King Power Stadium, Leicester LE2 7FL.

Reserve your place now: https://ow.ly/Wrnw50ZF39k

This event has been kindly sponsored by Bristol Myers Squibb.

We know grief can feel overwhelming, but many people find comfort in creating a lasting legacy for someone they love.On ...
25/08/2026

We know grief can feel overwhelming, but many people find comfort in creating a lasting legacy for someone they love.

On our website, you’ll find gentle, meaningful ways to remember your loved one while supporting others facing mesothelioma. You can create a tribute page to share photos, stories and special memories, or leave a gift in your Will as a way to honour them.

You can visit our website to learn more about leaving a gift of hope for people affected by mesothelioma: https://ow.ly/5HPW50ZFajk

24/08/2026

Forward Together: The Mesothelioma Podcast episode 2 is coming very soon! 🎙️

In this clip, Dr. Maurice Dungey shares about the important work of the Leicester mesothelioma research programme, including the benefits of clinical trials and targeted treatments.

Tune in on Monday 31 August to hear Dr Dungey speak with Mesothelioma Clinical Nurse Specialist, Simon Bolton as they explore why data matters and how it can help to improve the lives of people affected by mesothelioma.

Don’t miss it! Listen to the podcast on our website when it goes live, or find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts too: https://ow.ly/a6HV50ZEJTy

"In August, five of us took on the challenge of abseiling 100 metres down the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth to raise mon...
23/08/2026

"In August, five of us took on the challenge of abseiling 100 metres down the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth to raise money for Mesothelioma UK. It was one of the most frightening things we’ve ever done, but it was nothing compared to the challenge my dad, Kevin, has faced since being diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2024.

"Dad has undergone immunotherapy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, but his treatment has now come to an end. It is scary that this cancer exists and it takes many, many years to present itself. Despite everything Dad has been through, he is still fighting this terrible disease with incredible strength and determination. Amazingly, he chose to take part in the abseil alongside us.

"Some of our team were absolutely terrified, and stepping over the edge was by far the hardest part. Once we were over the ledge, we just had to trust ourselves and keep going. We’re so proud that all five of us completed the challenge together.

"Thanks to the incredible generosity of our family, friends, colleagues and supporters, we have raised £2,300 for Mesothelioma UK so far, and our fundraising page is still open for anyone who would like to donate.

"Taking on this challenge together was a way of showing our support for Dad and helping raise awareness of mesothelioma and the vital work that Mesothelioma UK does for patients and families across the UK."

We want to send a huge well done to Natalie and Team Abseil on their amazing achievement! Not only are you raising awareness of this preventable cancer, which, as you say, can take many years to develop, but the incredible amount that you’ve raised will go directly towards supporting people affected.

Thank you, too, for sharing about your dad - we’re so pleased that he took part in the abseil with you.

Well done, team! 🎉

Our dedicated Radio 4 Appeal webpage is now LIVE!We’re delighted to share more about our BBC Radio 4 Appeal with you, he...
22/08/2026

Our dedicated Radio 4 Appeal webpage is now LIVE!

We’re delighted to share more about our BBC Radio 4 Appeal with you, helping to raise awareness of the need for specialist mesothelioma support💙

On the appeal webpage, you can learn more about Martin’s personal story and how his outcome could have been very different if his family hadn’t picked up the phone, contacted Mesothelioma UK and learned about clinical trials.

Our Mesothelioma Clinical Nurse Specialists are there to provide expert information, care and support — helping people diagnosed with mesothelioma to live better and live longer with their families.

Find out more about our appeal and discover why access to specialist support and greater asbestos awareness is so important: https://ow.ly/KMGz50ZCkiv

📻 And don’t forget to tune in on Sunday 30 August (7.54am and 21.25pm) & Thursday 3 September (15.27pm) to hear our appeal.

Please note: Please don’t donate via the appeal link until the appeal goes live on Sunday 30 August. If you’d like to donate sooner, you can also donate via our website: https://ow.ly/EJbH50ZCkiw

21/08/2026

📢 London Marathon 2027 Application Winner Announcement 🏃

Firstly, a huge thank you to every single person who applied to run the London Marathon for people affected by mesothelioma. Behind every one of you is a meaningful personal story, and we’re so proud and privileged that you want to go the extra mile for the mesothelioma community.

We wish we could give each and every one of you a charity place, but we were able to secure just one place for the London Marathon 2027. So, we put all of your names into our Mesothelioma UK hat and drew one at random…

And, without further ado, we’re honoured to announce that Will Parry will be running for Mesothelioma UK at the London Marathon 2027! 🎉

As our Community Fundraising Manager, Megan, shares in this video, the whole team is wishing you the very best of luck. We’ll be in your corner throughout, supporting you and cheering you on every step of the way.

And to everyone who applied but wasn’t selected — thank you. Your kindness in supporting people affected by mesothelioma means so much 💙

Raising awareness to ensure no one faces mesothelioma alone.💙 Following our recent video from our brilliant presenter, C...
21/08/2026

Raising awareness to ensure no one faces mesothelioma alone.💙

Following our recent video from our brilliant presenter, Carolyn Quinn, where she shared why the BBC Radio 4 appeal is so important, we’re continuing to raise awareness of the vital need for specialist mesothelioma support.

Over a 12-month period, our Mesothelioma UK nurses have supported around 1,100 people newly diagnosed with mesothelioma, providing expert care, information and support at one of the most difficult times in their lives. Vital specialist support like this should be available to everyone who needs it, wherever they are in the UK.

📻 Remember to tune in on Sunday 30 August (7.54am and 21.25pm) & Thursday 3 September (15.27pm) to hear our radio appeal and help us raise awareness of the importance of specialist mesothelioma support.

Visit our Radio 4 appeal webpage to learn more about why the appeal matters, and how you can help spread the message and support people affected by mesothelioma: https://ow.ly/NwU550ZC4Zl

🧁 Muffins that make a difference — all year round! You don’t need to wait for a special date to take part in Muffins for...
20/08/2026

🧁 Muffins that make a difference — all year round!

You don’t need to wait for a special date to take part in Muffins for Meso. Whether you’re planning a coffee morning, celebrating a birthday, marking a milestone or simply baking for a good cause, you can get involved any time of year.

Every muffin you bake and every pound you raise helps support people affected by mesothelioma — funding our specialist nursing service and vital support for people affected and their families.

Every bake, every donation and every act of kindness can help make a lasting difference.

Ready to get involved? Register here: https://ow.ly/ShlU50ZBTxR

If you're having treatment for mesothelioma and start to feel unwell, please remember that your hospital's Oncology Team...
19/08/2026

If you're having treatment for mesothelioma and start to feel unwell, please remember that your hospital's Oncology Team is only a phone call away.

You should have been given a dedicated telephone number to call at any time, day or night, from your hospital team. It is never a bad time to call and no question is too small.

Keep the number somewhere easy to find, so it's there when you need it. If you don't have the number, please contact your hospital team.

If you're feeling unwell, don't wait to see if things change. Contact the team straight away. They are experts in managing the side effects of your treatment and are there to provide support whenever you need it.💙

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235 Loughborough Road, Mountsorrel, Loughborough
Leicester
LE127AS

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+448001692409

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