- Charity says plants a million Marie Curie Cancer Care is encouraging people to help plant a million daffodil bulbs across the UK. Wednesday September 3, 2008
- New advertising campaign launched Marie Curie Cancer Care has launched a new advertising campaign to increase public understanding of its nursing service and the impact it has on patients and families across the UK. Monday September 1, 2008
- New Cath Kidston bags hit stores Retro designer Cath Kidston has revealed her latest bag design to raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Thursday August 28, 2008
- Hays raise £380,000 Hays Specialist Recruitment has raised £380,000 for Marie Curie Cancer Care over the past two years, smashing its fundraising target by £250,000. Tuesday August 26, 2008
- Charity welcomes findings of Audit Scotland report Marie Curie Cancer Care today welcomes Audit Scotland's inaugural review of palliative care services in Scotland. Thursday August 21, 2008
- Hampstead Hospice refurb hits halfway mark The Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead has completed the first phase of its £3.7 million modernisation with the unveiling of 12 new state of the art rooms. Wednesday August 20, 2008
- Bike the Baltic begins Bike the Baltic has now begun, with a group of Marie Curie Cancer Care riders set to cycle 2,000km from Warsaw in Poland to St Petersburg in Russia. Monday August 18, 2008
- New web pages offer taste of adventure Marie Curie Cancer Care has launched a new set of web pages to promote its overseas challenges. Thursday August 14, 2008
- Big Build reaches £10.5 million milestone Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Big Build appeal has now raised £10.5 million towards funding a new Marie Curie hospice for Glasgow. Tuesday August 12, 2008
- Hospice horse triggers owner hunt Staff at the Marie Curie Hospice, Penarth are used to unexpected referrals, but even they were surprised when a lost horse called Trigger wandered into reception. Friday August 8, 2008
- Delivering Choice Programme goes DIY Tower Hamlets Primary Care Trust is set to become the first trust to pilot a new electronic toolkit and expert adviser service offered by the Marie Curie Delivering Choice Programme. Wednesday August 6, 2008
- Nurse Elizabeth is No 10 hero A retired Marie Curie Nurse from Northamptonshire who has raised more than £55,000 over the past 20 years has been recognised as an 'everyday hero' at a Downing Street reception. Monday August 4, 2008
- NGS make garden gift The National Gardens Scheme (NGS) has made a £500,000 donation to Marie Curie Cancer Care to support the charity’s nursing service in England and Wales. Friday August 1, 2008
- Homebase support hits £1.55 million Staff and customers at Homebase are celebrating after raising a total of £1.55 million for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Wednesday July 30, 2008
- Welsh Great Runners feel the heat Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Daffodil Team runners were out in full force for the Bupa Great Wales Run yesterday, as the glorious sunshine glistened across Cardiff Bay. Monday July 28, 2008
- Private View raises £61,000 Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Private View of the Royal Academy’s Summer Exhibition has raised £61,000 for the charity. Friday July 25, 2008
- Charity garden wins award at RHS Flower Show The Marie Curie Cancer Care show garden at the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park has been awarded the RHS Silver Flora Award. Tuesday July 22, 2008
- Tesco launch cash point promotion Tesco has launched a new promotion to raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care on all cash point machines at Tesco stores. Monday July 21, 2008
- End of Life Care Strategy backed by £286m boost A massive financial boost for end of life care in England has been announced today. Wednesday July 16, 2008
- Chief Executive on Woman's Hour Marie Curie Cancer Care Chief Executive Tom Hughes-Hallett was a guest on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour last week to talk about the resources needed to ensure high quality end of life care. Monday July 14, 2008
- Charity marks 60 years Today (Saturday July 12, 2008), Marie Curie Cancer Care is marking its 60th anniversary. Saturday July 12, 2008
- Free Wills back for the over 60s To help celebrate its 60th anniversary, Marie Curie Cancer Care is offering supporters who are also 60 or over the chance to have their Will made or amended free of charge. Thursday July 10, 2008
- Big boost for end of life care Ivan Lewis MP, Parliamentary Undersecretary for Care Services last night announced an investment of £4.5 million for a new Marie Curie Cancer Care hospice in Solihull, West Midlands. Tuesday July 8, 2008
- Bruce and Wilnelia Forsyth to sparkle on The One Show Bruce Forsyth and his wife Wilnelia are to appear on BBC One’s The One Show this evening to promote Marie Curie Cancer Care. Friday July 4, 2008
- Girls Aloud are top of the pots Pop sensation Girls Aloud are backing Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Blooming Great Tea Party celebrations this summer, supported by Homebase. Thursday July 3, 2008
- Bags of style Retro designer Cath Kidston has teamed up with Tesco to raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Monday June 30, 2008
- Major care for the dying project launched in Somerset The sixth project in the Marie Curie Delivering Choice Programme is to be launched in Somerset today. Thursday June 26, 2008
- King's Fund and Marie Curie Cancer Care announce new partnership role on end of life care The King’s Fund and Marie Curie Cancer Care are pleased to announce an extension of their partnership to improve end of life care. Tuesday June 24, 2008
- Microtubule workshop is dynamic success Around 50 leading experts from the UK, Europe and the US recently gathered at the Marie Curie Research Institute in Oxted for an intensive three-day workshop on microtubule dynamics. Friday June 20, 2008
- Scottish Parliament toasts charity’s anniversary Marie Curie Cancer Care has celebrated its 60th anniversary with a Blooming Great Tea party at Holyrood. Wednesday June 18, 2008
- Tesco launches Design a Card for Christmas competition Tesco and Marie Curie Cancer Care are asking children aged 12 or under to draw or paint a Christmas card to help raise money for the charity this Christmas. Monday June 16, 2008
- Homebase support charity with Dignity rose Marie Curie Cancer Care is set to benefit from a new variety of rose – named ‘Dignity’ – available exclusively this summer from Homebase. Thursday June 12, 2008
- Tesco launches charity mobile website Tesco Mobile has launched a mobile internet site to support Marie Curie Cancer Care as part of their Charity of the Year partnership. Tuesday June 10, 2008
- Charity unveils garden for RHS Flower Show Marie Curie Cancer Care is to unveil a show garden at the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park, created by award-winning garden designers Toby and Stephanie Hickish. Friday June 6, 2008
- Father's Day eCards launched With Father’s Day less than two weeks away, Marie Curie Cancer Care has added two new designs to its range of charity eCards. Wednesday June 4, 2008
- Charity thanks its volunteers This week is National Volunteers’ Week, when Marie Curie Cancer Care celebrates the contribution that volunteers make to the charity. Monday June 2, 2008
- Wilnelia Forsyth models daffodil diamond Wilnelia Forsyth, wife of Bruce, gave a fundraising gala an extra sparkle by modelling a diamond daffodil cocktail ring created especially for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Thursday May 29, 2008
- Sir Ranulph begins journey home Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Team Marie Curie have begun their journey back to Kathmandu, the Nepalese capital. Tuesday May 27, 2008
- Progress on homeless care project Marie Curie Cancer Care and the homeless charity St Mungo’s are drawing up detailed plans for services which will provide better care at the end of their lives for some of the homeless population. Thursday May 22, 2008
- Sir Ranulph Fiennes begins Everest summit attempt Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Team Marie Curie today began their final push to conquer Everest. Tuesday May 20, 2008
- Sun shines in Manchester for Bupa Great Run The sun shone in Manchester yesterday as Ashes to Ashes star Marshall Lancaster became the first Daffodil Team runner to fly across the Bupa Great Manchester Run finish line, with a time of just 42 minutes. Monday May 19, 2008
- Clarinettist hits high note at hospice A world class clarinettist put on a show for patients at the Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead while visiting a friend being cared for there. Thursday May 15, 2008
- Art therapy book available to download A limited edition book published by a former patient at the Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead has been made available to download from the hospice website. Tuesday May 13, 2008
- Everest Challenge site launches kids' section The Everest Challenge website has launched a new kids’ section to allow Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ younger fans to follow his attempt on the mountain. Friday May 9, 2008
- Daily Telegraph launches Everest Challenge website The Daily Telegraph has launched its website following Sir Ranulph Fiennes on his attempt to scale Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Wednesday May 7, 2008
- Runners dash to finish in Great Edinburgh Run A host of celebrities have joined more than 800 daffodil runners to support Marie Curie Cancer Care in this year’s BUPA Great Edinburgh Run. Tuesday May 6, 2008
- Glasgow hospice images unveiled As work starts on the site of the new Marie Curie Hospice in Glasgow, a set of artist’s impressions have been unveiled of how the finished building will look. Tuesday May 6, 2008
- Strategic plan launched Today sees the launch of Marie Curie Cancer Care’s new strategic plan - We Put Patients and Families First. Thursday May 1, 2008
- Sign up for Everest updates Sir Ranulph Fiennes is climbing Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care – and supporters can follow his progress every step of the way by signing up for regular email updates. Tuesday April 29, 2008
- Amy Macdonald backs Big Build Appeal Pop star Amy Macdonald has launched the start of building work on Marie Curie Cancer Care’s new hospice site in Glasgow. Friday April 25, 2008
- King’s Fund report hails Delivering Choice Programme The pilot Marie Curie Delivering Choice Programme in Lincolnshire has helped significantly more people choose to die at home at no greater cost to the NHS, a King’s Fund report has concluded. Wednesday April 23, 2008
- Flying Falcon is a hat trick hero Racehorse Flying Falcon has scored his third victory for the Burnt Toast Racing Club, which has been set up to support Marie Curie Cancer Care. Monday April 21, 2008
- Swimmers take the plunge for Marie Curie Cancer Care Thousands of supporters will take to the water today at the start of Swimathon 2008. Over 500 pools all over the UK are taking part in the swimming challenge which will be in full flow from today until Sunday. Thursday April 17, 2008
- Sir Ranulph Fiennes arrives at Everest Base Camp After an eight day trek through the Sagamarta National Park, Sir Ranulph Fiennes has reached Everest Base Camp. Wednesday April 16, 2008
- Star finish for London Marathon The 2008 Flora London Marathon took place on Sunday and soap stars John Altman and Gary Webster joined the 250 runners taking part for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Monday April 14, 2008
- Daffodil runners prepare for Marathon effort The 2008 Flora London Marathon takes place on Sunday, when a record 250 runners will be supporting Marie Curie Cancer Care. Friday April 11, 2008
- Big Spring Clean launched Marie Curie Cancer Care has launched its 2008 Big Spring Clean, which encourages people to support the charity by recycling their unwanted items. Thursday April 10, 2008
- Charity challenges public to Take to the Streets Marie Curie Cancer Care is supporting the Great Activity Revolution, a campaign to improve the nation’s fitness and activity levels by encouraging them to take part in sporting events. Tuesday April 8, 2008
- Ashes to Ashes star backs Bupa run Ashes to Ashes and Life on Mars star Dean Andrews, better known to millions of TV viewers as DS Ray “Raymondo” Carling, has launched Marie Curie Cancer Care as the official charity of the 2008 Great Yorkshire Run. Friday April 4, 2008
- Tea parties are blooming great The nation will soon be awash with tea as Marie Curie Cancer Care launches the Blooming Great Tea Party. Wednesday April 2, 2008
- Flying Falcon swoops to second victory Racehorse Flying Falcon has scored his second victory in as many starts for the Burnt Toast Racing Club, which has been set up to support Marie Curie Cancer Care. Monday March 31, 2008
- Everest challenge to go ahead Sir Ranulph Fiennes has announced that his attempt to climb Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care will go ahead, albeit with some restrictions, following the decision by the Chinese and Nepalese governments to close the mountain between May 1 – 10. Thursday March 27, 2008
- Lincolnshire handed over to NHS The NHS is to set take over funding of Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Delivering Choice Project in Lincolnshire at the beginning of April. Monday March 24, 2008
- Record nursing figures announced Latest figures have revealed that in February this year the Marie Curie Nursing Service delivered the highest number of hours ever recorded for that month. Thursday March 20, 2008
- Dementia to be a challenge The management of dementia will be one of the main challenges for future palliative care, delegates at the Marie Curie Palliative Care Research Conference were told. Tuesday March 18, 2008
- Celebrities say happy birthday Marie Curie Cancer Care has launched an online Wall of Fame to pass on the many messages sent by celebrities on the charity’s 60th anniversary. Friday March 14, 2008
- NGS has lots of friends The National Gardens Scheme (NGS) has launched Friends of the NGS, a membership scheme which is set to become one of the largest gardening clubs in England and Wales. Wednesday March 12, 2008
- New patient and carer web pages launched An expanded information section for patients and carers has been launched on the Marie Curie Cancer Care website. Monday March 10, 2008
- Punk band Gallows support cancer care Punk band Gallows have shown their support for Marie Curie Cancer Care with their performance at the Shockwaves NME Awards 2008. Thursday March 6, 2008
- Children go mini-potty for painting Friday saw budding young artists at schools all over the country take part in Marie Curie Cancer Care’s national Paint Your Mini Pot Day. Tuesday March 4, 2008
- First win for Burnt Toast The Burnt Toast Racing Club has been set up to support Marie Curie Cancer Care, with all proceeds being donated to the charity. Friday February 29, 2008
- Patients wanting to die at home fear they won't get the care they need Two thirds (65 per cent) of people would want to be cared for at home if they were terminally ill, but only 14 per cent of these believe it’s where they will get the care they need, new research for Marie Curie Cancer Care reveals. Tuesday February 26, 2008
- Hugh Grant speaks about Great Daffodil Appeal Hugh Grant has spoken to the Daily Telegraph and BBC Radio Five Live about why he is supporting Marie Curie Cancer Care’s Great Daffodil Appeal. Monday February 25, 2008
- Women's run nominates Marie Curie Cancer Care Marie Curie Cancer Care has been announced as the new nominated charity for the BUPA Great Women’s Run 2008. Thursday February 21, 2008
- New advertising campaign continues Marie Curie Cancer Care’s biggest ever advertising campaign is in full swing, with the new ads aiming to raise public understanding of how Marie Curie Nurses take care of terminally ill patients. Wednesday February 20, 2008
- Hugh Grant backs Marie Curie Cancer Care Actor Hugh Grant has recorded a radio advert for Marie Curie Cancer Care, to be broadcast for the first time today. Monday February 18, 2008
- Crafters create for cancer care Visitors to a selection of Marie Curie Shops are having the opportunity to hone their crafting skills with demonstrations from expert designers. Friday February 15, 2008
- Tesco launches Charity of the Year partnership Tesco and Marie Curie Cancer Care launched their Charity of the Year partnership today by creating a garden of 16,000 daffodils at the company’s flagship Kensington store. Wednesday February 13, 2008
- Scientists crack protein problem Scientists at the Marie Curie Research Institute have identified the precise function of a group of proteins which play key roles in the segregation of the cell’s chromosomes so that it can divide. Tuesday February 12, 2008
- Cardiff cabs back charity challenge Six Cardiff cabs have been painted with advertisements for the Marie Curie Hospice, Penarth’s Sahara hospice trek, which takes place in November this year. Friday February 8, 2008
- NGS launches Yellow Book 2008 The National Gardens Scheme has launched the 2008 edition of its Yellow Book, which contains details of the mostly private gardens which can be visited under the programme. Wednesday February 6, 2008
- Basra Scots Borderers to take heat for hospice The young soldier removes the magazine, squints down the barrel of the rifle and checks the chamber is clear. Tuesday February 5, 2008
- Five stars for Newcastle The Marie Curie Hospice, Newcastle has been presented with a 5 Star Award for Food Hygiene. Thursday January 31, 2008
- Tesco offer charity promotions As part of their Charity of the Year partnership, Tesco is offering a number of in-store and online promotions to support Marie Curie Cancer Care. Tuesday January 29, 2008
- Homebase hits £1 million mark Homebase customers and employees have raised a record £1 million for Marie Curie Cancer Care, only 18 months into their two-year charity partnership. Friday January 25, 2008
- Liverpool fans pack out charity gig 10,000 fans have packed out a charity concert to watch some of Liverpool’s best known musicians run through the many number one songs to come out of the city. Tuesday January 22, 2008
- Women hit road for cancer care A group of 60 ladies are talking part in a four day cycle from York to Amsterdam and back to celebrate Marie Curie Cancer Care’s 60th anniversary. Friday January 18, 2008
- Hollyoaks’ Roxanne launches Swimathon 2008 Hollyoaks star Roxanne McKee and Olympic Gold medallist Duncan Goodhew have launched Swimathon 2008, the world’s largest swimming fundraiser. Monday January 14, 2008
- Nurses in husky charity challenge Two Marie Curie Nurses are taking on a 200km husky dog sledding challenge in the far north of Norway in aid of the Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool. Tuesday January 8, 2008
- Pensioner rides 500 miles for friend A 65 year old cyclist has cycled almost 500 miles in wet conditions in memory of a friend who was cared for by Marie Curie Cancer Care. Friday January 4, 2008
- Conquer your Everest in 2008 In April Sir Ranulph Fiennes will be climbing Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care – and the charity is hoping he will inspire people to take on their own challenges in 2008. Wednesday January 2, 2008
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