On Thursday, we said goodbye to Jamie Rae — the founder of the Throat Cancer Foundation. He was a beloved brother, a doting uncle, and like so many others, someone I was proud to call my friend. His send-off was as it should be: full of laughter and tears. Tears for the deep loss we
The Relentless Voice Behind HPV Vaccination for Boys The recent passing of Jamie Rae, founder and CEO of the Throat Cancer Foundation, marks the end of an extraordinary life devoted to public health advocacy. Among his many achievements, Jamie will be most remembered for leading the charge that secured the inclusion of boys in the
We are deeply saddened to share the funeral details for Jamie Rae, Chief Executive of the Throat Cancer Foundation. A celebration of his life will take place on Thursday, 22nd May at 12:15pm at the Falkirk Crematorium Service Room, followed by a burial at Grandsable Cemetery at 1:30pm. For those unable to attend in person,
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jamie Rae, Chief Executive Officer of the Throat Cancer Foundation. Jamie passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones, on Monday the 5th of May. Jamie was not only the driving force behind the Throat Cancer Foundation but also a
On Sunday, 27th April, Rachel Neave completed the London Marathon, raising an incredible £2,483.25 for the Throat Cancer Foundation. But Rachel’s story is about far more than just a marathon — it’s about love, resilience, and a commitment to change lives. In 2020, in the heart of the COVID-19 lockdown, Rachel’s world was turned upside
Zenna Gay has proudly completed the TCS London Marathon 2025, running an impressive 26.2 miles in just 5 hours and 10 minutes under challenging 22°C heat. Alongside 56,640 other finishers, Zenna became part of a Guinness World Record for the largest number of runners ever to complete a marathon. What makes Zenna’s achievement even more
Joseph Drew was a man whose life was defined by kindness, generosity, and an enduring love for the simple joys of life. Diagnosed with tonsil, throat, tongue, and neck cancer in October 2018, Joseph faced his illness with remarkable courage and dignity. Despite the immense pain he endured, he never once complained. His quiet strength
In 2020, in the thick of lockdown, our world turned upside down. Martin was diagnosed with throat cancer. It came completely out of the blue, and what made it even more shocking was the cause: a virus. Not COVID-19, as one might assume during that year, but HPV – the human papillomavirus. We were floored.
Jane Mallan’s Journey Through the Storm of Throat Cancer In December 2023, just before Christmas, I felt the first tickle. A sore throat. Nothing major — it’s winter, after all. Everyone gets that scratchy feeling. I shrugged it off. But by January, nothing had changed. No improvement. My GP said it was a viral infection,
At the start of ‘Throat Cancer Awareness Month, we ask the question, ‘Why is prevention better than treatment, when is comes to throat cancers?’ Plus, according to organisations like the World Health Organisations, and Cancer Research UK, the percentage of preventable throat cancers range from 80 to 90%. That is a staggering figure. Prevention is
