This year's Xmas lunch for the Living Well with Mesothelioma Support Group was held in the Lancaster Room at Manchester's iconic Midland Hotel on 6th December. Thanks to all who came and made it such an enjoyable afternoon. ...
The Asbestos Victims Support Groups Forum UK (the Forum) have won a case in the High Court for disclosure of historic documents that could reveal that industry and Government agencies knew far more about the dangers of asbestos products than they revealed. In February 2017 a 6 week long case concluded in the Royal Courts of...
Michael completed the Melbourne Marathon on the 15th October 2017 in 4 hrs 20 mins. Michael raised over £1,176 for GMAVSG. A big thank you to Michael, and to everyone who sponsored him! ...
Please take the time to view the clip below of scientists from the USA and Canada speaking out against the dangers of asbestos. [video width="640" height="360" mp4="http://asbestos-victims-support.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Experts-speak-out1.mp4"][/video]...
On 2-3rd September 2017, Madelene Holdsworth and Natalie Lamb of Slater & Gordon completed the gruelling 56 mile Bullock Smithy walk to raise funds for GMAVSG. Following the walk, Madelene said: "It was an extreme challenge and we had a good go at it! Can’t say I’d do it again though…." Thank you for your efforts, Natalie...
On 29th April 2017, staff from the Manchester and Chester offices of Slater & Gordon hiked up Snowdon (the highest mountain in Wales) to raise much-needed funds for GMAVSG and Mesothelioma UK. The ascent was no walk in the park, but the team enjoyed spectacular panoramic views, on what turned out to be a beautifully clear...
The Mesothelioma Support Group is for people who have lost a loved one to mesothelioma. Every year, we run a summer outing. This year's outing was a canal boat trip in the beautiful Peak District! Starting and ending at Whaley Bridge, the round trip took just over 2 hours. Those who came enjoyed fantastic views, tasty food, plenty...
Details of the next 6 meetings have now been published. 7 August 2017. No meeting. Group outing—Castlefield Canal Cruise. Please ring us if you are interested in attending. 4 September 2017. “Addressing patient and carer’s needs—it’s good to talk.” 2 October 2017. “A spoonful of sugar”. Julie Whitehead. Macmillan Pharmacist, Chesterfield Royal Hospital. 6 November 2017. “The Role...
The campaign to save Phoenix House benefit office in Barrow has been won, at least until 2023! The Government announced that it has withdrawn plans to close down this specialist office and guaranteed it will stay open until at least 2023. Congratulations to the workers at Phoenix House and their union, PCS, for waging such a good...
Dave Staley, a resident of Greater Manchester, was diagnosed with the asbestos-related cancer mesothelioma in October 2015. Following an operation to remove his left long, and a course of chemotherapy, Dave is now taking on a tough 100 mile bike ride to raise funds for medical treatment and research. As Dave said: “I wanted a challenge, I want...