We provide hands-on support for men with testicular cancer in the South-West, as well as raising awareness of the disease across the region and beyond.
It’s in the Bag is run by a group of testicular cancer survivors with support from specialist NHS staff. We have three simple aims:
All charity organisations need volunteers and It’s in the Bag is no different – we simply couldn’t exist without them. Our projects are only made possible due to the passion and dedication of people like you!
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15 to 49. Yet, for many young and middle-aged guys, it’s not even on their radar. Over 2,500 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer in the UK, but it is over 98% curable and, when detected early, requires less treatment. Nevertheless, many men don’t like to talk about their balls and find it a struggle to go to the GP. We would like to encourage men to check themselves regularly and feel confident to see a GP if they have any concerns.We want you to have a ball while doing something positive for men’s health. No matter how much, or how little, time you have spare, you can make a difference.
You could help us to run an awareness stall at a festival or fair, or if you’d like to do a bit more, why not make that fitness goal you’ve been dreaming about a reality – and get sponsored for doing it!
We give grants for travel for treatment and also other specific grants. We also provide hands on health and wellbeing days and weekends.
