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AfterThoughts Podcast

AfterThoughts Podcast

Every day, 34 people in their 20s or 30s are diagnosed with cancer. AfterThoughts is a podcast of stories about what happens afterwards. Join Toby Peach and Alice-May Purkiss for a brand new podcast supported by Trekstock. Read more

Published: 27th March, 2020

Updated: 6th March, 2023

Author: Deleted User

Be Kind to your Mind

Be Kind to your Mind

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to coping with your mental health after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 7th May, 2020

Updated: 2nd March, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Cancer and Fertility

Cancer and Fertility

Cancer and some of its treatments can impact your fertility. Here's everything you need to know about fertility and cancer in your 20s or 30s Read more

Published: 22nd January, 2018

Updated: 23rd March, 2023

Author: Ashia Redhead

Cancer Diagnosis

Cancer Diagnosis

An A-Z of cancer-specific charities that can provide you with further support and information around your specific diagnosis and treatment. Read more

Published: 8th December, 2021

Updated: 8th September, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Cancer Inequalities - What We Know and What's Next

Cancer Inequalities - What We Know and What's Next

There are so many inequalities when it comes to cancer. These inequalities affect the way people experience the diagnosis itself, treatment and post-treatment support, affecting everything from attendance at GP’s surgeries, access to diagnostics, drugs and, ultimately, survival rates. But what can we do about it? Read more

Published: 23rd December, 2021

Updated: 28th January, 2022

Author: Alice-May Purkiss

Exercise and Cancer

Exercise and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to getting moving after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 15th December, 2017

Updated: 14th December, 2021

Author: Yinka Ebo

Friendship and Cancer

Friendship and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to communicating with and navigating friendships after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 16th June, 2020

Updated: 13th December, 2021

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Gifts and Special Days

Gifts and Special Days

Cancer is exhausting in every way. Check out our charity friends who are on hand to bring you some comfort and joy through their special days or gifts. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 21st January, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Helpful Apps

Helpful Apps

We know that cancer admin is a lot. Check out these apps that can help you track and log your symptoms, appointments and so much more. Find the one that is right for you. Read more

Published: 6th December, 2021

Updated: 2nd February, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Life and Travel Insurance

Life and Travel Insurance

Need support on insurance when trying to book that well needed holiday? Feel too embarrassed to ask for a seat on the tube? Check out our friends below and they'll help you out. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 21st January, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

LQBTQ+ Community and Cancer

LQBTQ+ Community and Cancer

Check out our info support for LGBTQI+ people to help you get the right support after receiving a cancer diagnosis. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2020

Updated: 13th December, 2021

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Male Cancer Support

Male Cancer Support

Being diagnosed with cancer is hard for anyone. That's why we wanted to create a space where you can find support on different issues men face and Read more

Published: 6th December, 2021

Updated: 9th March, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Nutrition and Cancer

Nutrition and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to food and cancer after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 7th May, 2020

Updated: 9th March, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Our Partners

Our Partners

We know that we can't do it all and nor should we. We're proud to work in collaboration with these fantastic charity friends. Watch out for exciting collaborations coming in 2022. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 23rd January, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Parenting and Cancer

Parenting and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to navigating parenting with cancer. Read more

Published: 7th May, 2020

Updated: 9th March, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Podcasts

Podcasts

Check out these podcasts and online videos featuring helpful information and stories from young adults living with and beyond cancer. Read more

Published: 15th May, 2020

Updated: 6th July, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Secondary Cancer

Secondary Cancer

Here you'll find help and resources for navigating a secondary cancer diagnosis from us and our charity friends. We've all got you. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2021

Updated: 9th March, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Sex and Cancer

Sex and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to your sex life after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2020

Updated: 12th April, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Under 25s

Under 25s

If you're under 25 then check out our amazing charity friends who will be with you every step of the way from diagnosis all the way through your treatment and beyond, they've got it covered. . Read more

Published: 8th December, 2021

Updated: 2nd February, 2023

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Watch our YouTube videos

Watch our YouTube videos

Check out our YouTube videos covering topics that matter to you Read more

Published: 1st December, 2021

Updated: 31st January, 2022

Author: Bryony Antcliff

Work and Cancer

Work and Cancer

Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to working after your diagnosis. Read more

Published: 19th January, 2018

Updated: 12th April, 2022

Author: Sophie Epstone

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  • Corporate Partners

    Corporate Partners

    Our meaningful corporate partnerships allow us to make our support for people in their 20s or 30s with cancer go even further. Every partnership we have helps make sure no one in their 20s or 30s has to face cancer alone.

  • Contact Us

    Contact Us

    If you have any questions, feedback or comments - we want to hear from you!

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    Check out our food and cancer booklet

    Navigating all the information around diet and cancer can be overwhelming, so we’ve created an expert nutrition guide with Dr Hazel Wallace & Friends.

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    HELLO FROM TREKSTOCK

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  • What We Do

    What We Do

    Diagnosed with cancer in your 20s or 30s? We're here to support you through your diagnosis. From exercise support, practical advice and an active online & offline community we're here to make sure you don't have to face cancer alone.

  • Are you a healthcare professional?

    Are you a healthcare professional?

    Work within the NHS? Sign up to our healthcare professional newsletter. Find out how Trekstock can help you and your patients today.

  • Our Story

    Our Story

    Trekstock was founded in 2009 by Sophie Epstone after she became aware of a huge gap in tailored support services for those diagnosed with cancer in their 20s or 30s.

  • Secondary Sisters

    Secondary Sisters

    Secondary Sisters are here to create a safe place to connect with other Secondary Sisters.

  • LET'S GET YOU CONNECTED

    LET'S GET YOU CONNECTED

    Has cancer stopped you in your tracks? Look no further. We're here for you. We get this is a club you never wanted to join, but we want you to know we’re here to help you figure it out.

  • Team

    We're a small but passionate team, working together to support young adults living through and beyond cancer.

  • RENEW exercise programme

    RENEW exercise programme

    Making yourself exercise is tough at the best of times, let alone when cancer's thrown into the mix. But with our RENEW programme, we'll help you keep moving in whatever way works for you. Move your body, meet others, feel confident and improve your physical and mental health.

  • Nutrition and Cancer

    Nutrition and Cancer

    Check out our info to help you get the right support you need when it comes to food and cancer after your diagnosis.

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Regular Giving

Regular Giving

Create a regular giving plan with us. We're then able to plan ahead and make long term commitments to young adults living with and beyond cancer. Read more

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Published: 16th July, 2018

Updated: 18th January, 2023

Author: Deleted User

Carolina’s Story: Share The Love

Carolina’s Story: Share The Love

"My life was put on hold from that moment onwards until I finished treatment and found Trekstock’s Community, who helped me to feel normal again." Read more

Published: 11th May, 2021

Updated: 30th May, 2022

Author: Katie Joyce

HOW TREKSTOCK'S EARLY MENOPAUSE SUPPORT CHANGED THE GAME

HOW TREKSTOCK'S EARLY MENOPAUSE SUPPORT CHANGED THE GAME

As seen on Davina's CH4 Sex, Mind and the Menopause, Stacey’s breast cancer treatment saw her go into a medically induced menopause. But after taking part in Trekstock's Menopause programme, her approach to her symptoms and the way she thinks about her body. Read more

Published: 28th April, 2022

Updated: 6th March, 2023

Author: Alice-May Purkiss

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