Marie Curie Cancer

Marie Curie Cancer Care

Introduction

Established in 1948 - the same year as the NHS - Marie Curie Cancer Care is now one of the UK's largest charities.

Employing more than 2,700 nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals, Marie Curie Cancer Care provides care to around 25,000 people with cancer every year, along with support for their families.

Marie Curie Cancer Care also care for people with other life-limiting illnesses. The services are always free of charge to patients and their families, which means that in 2006-07, Marie Curie Cancer Care will need to raise more than £100 million.

Marie Curie Cancer Care website

Forthcoming Charity Challenges for Marie Curie Cancer Care
Date Destination Challenge Grade
23rd June, 2008 Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro Trek Extreme