Edwards, the founder Chairman of the group of ten, cut the first sod on the site of the Tenovus Institute for Cancer Research in Cardiff.

Tenovus has built a system of cancer support services, including a Freephone Cancer Support Line-0808 808 1010.

In 2009, Tenovus developed further innovations to support cancer patients and their families including the Mobile Cancer Support Unit.

The Tenovus Mobile Cancer Support Unit-" the bus " was launched at the Celtic Manor on February 2009 and brings cancer care to the heart of the patient's community.

Image: TenoBus. jpg | Tenovus Mobile Cancer Support Unit

Tenovus Cancer Support Team is unique in the way it provides help, guidance and support through its multi-disciplinary service ; allowing patients and their families to access a number of services directly through the charity.

Tenovus have developed a proactive telephone chemotherapy callback service where a Tenovus Cancer Nurse Specialist contacts cancer patients throughout their treatment to provide advice and support.

Tenovus have a Freephone Cancer Support Line ( 0808 808 1010 ).

Since then, Tenovus have concentrated their efforts on cancer and Tenovus scientists have been recognised for their pioneering work.

Tenovus funded scientists have contributed to discoveries that have helped treat and care for millions of cancer patients all around the world.

Tenovus have funded research to help people in affected by cancer in Wales.

Tenovus have increased the services provided on the unit ; these now include Counselling, Welfare Rights and on-board Health Checks.

Tenovus have a number of events throughout the year ranging from concerts, runs, abseils, dinners etc.

The charity initially funded a range of projects, however in 1964 Tenovus embarked on a project which was to influence their work over the next 40 years.

Tenovus has funded world class cancer research for over 40 years.

Since then Tenovus Scotland has raised over £ 10. 5 million for medical research.

Tenovus spends around £ 1M on research each year both on laboratory research to help develop new treatments for cancer, and research in the community to help local people and their families.

Tenovus is a British cancer charity committed to the control of cancer through quality research, prevention / education, counselling and patient care.

Tamoxifen, a drug that is now used worldwide to treat breast cancer, was developed on behalf of ICI by Tenovus scientists.

Another drug with which Tenovus scientists were involved in is Zoldex, now also used worldwide.

There a more details of Tenovus ' research on their website.

Working with Velindre NHS Trust, Tenovus has been delivering chemotherapy and other cancer treatments in Cwmbran and Nantgarw.

3 Peaks Challenge-Launched in 2003, the Tenovus 3 Peaks Challenge is now a key event in the fundraising calendar.

Tenovus held their first Volunteer Awards at Cardiff Castle in July 2011.

* Michele Forsten ( 1976 ), Co-founder, New York City Lesbian Cancer Support Consortium

In 2009, Gilda's Club merged with another similar institution, The Wellness Community, under the new name of Cancer Support Community, which was legally adopted in 2011.

The third Coracle Challenge, which raises funds in support of Macmillan Cancer Support took place in Shrewsbury on 19 May 2009, with Terry Kenny participating on behalf of the Society.

* Sparta Area Cancer Support Walk

With the Beckett Gala Evening at the Reading Town Hall, more than £ 22, 000 was donated for the Macmillan Cancer Support.

They also performed live for charity on Sports Relief, Macmillan Cancer Support, Croí, Western Alzheimer ’ s, O ’ Dwyer Cheshire Home, Mayo Cancer Support Group, Marie Keating Foundation, Outward Bound Trust, ChildLine, Children in Need, Sheffield's Children Hospital.

Gervais donated the profits from the show to Macmillan Cancer Support.

On 14 April 1999, Marsden introduced the Cancer Care Bill with backing from cancer charities including Macmillan Cancer Support, under the Ten Minute Rule that would create the first comprehensive directory of cancer services in the UK to aid patients in identifying the location and type of cancer care available.

* Cancer Support Team, a group of doctors and nurses that collectively treat a cancer patient

Lady Halifax is the national president of Macmillan Cancer Support.

* Macmillan Cancer Support, a British charity

Given has also helped organise several successful ' Fashion Kicks ' fundraising events, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

The university's School of Social Work is home to the Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program, which marks its 30th anniversary in 2010.

The film was sold in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

* MacMillan Cancer Support Essential Thrombocytosis page

He is to be the special guest at The WiG GiG which aims to raise £ 10, 000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The event, in support of Macmillan Cancer Support, was accompanied by live performances from Alabama 3, T. V. Smith, members of The Members, The Damned's Captain Sensible and Beki Bondage.

The choir also works extensively for charity, helping raise thousands of pounds for various charities including Macmillan Cancer Support, Save the Children and the Sharon Osbourne Colon Cancer Program.

Senator Harris has been recognized for his leadership by the National Child Support Enforcement Association, Texas Medical Association, American Cancer Society, Texas Association of Realtors, Texas Civil Justice League, Family Law Specialty of the Texas State Bar, Tarrant County Family Bar Association, Fort Worth and Dallas Chambers of Commerce, Retired Teachers ' Association, Humane Society of North Texas, Future Farmers of America, Texas Municipal Officers ' League, American Subcontractors Association, Texas Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors, and Texas State Troopers Association.

Computacenter ’ s charity partners are Willow Foundation, Macmillan Cancer Support and The Children ’ s Trust.