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“There’s no rulebook for life after losing someone you love”

Last Christmas, Stuart Finlay and his mum, Debbie, made special memories together at the Marie Curie Hospice, Cardiff. He reflects on the time and how this Christmas will be different.

Stuart Finlay and his mum, Debbie

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“Providing care and comfort is what we do, but we bring extra joy at Christ…

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PODCAST: On the Marie Curie Couch with Clover Stroud

Dr Sarah Holmes running across moorland in winter

Marathon training? Tips to stay motivated through winter

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Dr Sarah Holmes running in a daffodil costume

Running the marathon for us? Five things to know

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The importance of massage therapy for pain and anxiety

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Meet the 'endfluencers' challenging the terminal illness stigma

Sir Michael Palin speaks to Marie Curie: “Loss is like dodging fire on a ba…

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“I feel so privileged and excited to run again for Marie Curie.”

Darran talks about how cheering on Team Marie Curie runners led him on a whole new running journey, and why he can't wait to tackle the TCS London Marathon for us again.

Darran Moran runs for Marie Curie

"Marie Curie care let us treasure the time together"

Care at the end

PODCAST: On the Marie Curie Couch with Anthony Stazicker

Marie Curie Nurse Liz Sherwood sits near a window, wearing a blue Marie Curie uniform.

"What it's like being a Marie Curie Nurse"

Care at the end

“Mum’s diaries help me connect with her even after she’s gone”

Care at the end

"Marie Curie care makes such a difference to my life"

Care at the end

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Everybody knows Marie Curie is for end of life care, but we do much more”

Care at the end

“No two days are the same as a MND Care Co-ordinator”

Care at the end

Natalie smiles and holds a card reader while she's out collecting with a fellow volunteer

“Collecting for Marie Curie would make my grandad proud”

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Real stories of living with a terminal illness

“People see the Marie Curie daffodil and they have faith in us”

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“Marie Curie keeps me positive about the time I have left”

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“The hospice arranged our perfect wedding”

Care at the end

“I promised I’d be there until the end. I kept that promise.”

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