Neil DrysdaleMay 28, 2025
Emily Findlay was living in Orphir in Orkney when she was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of 14. Since then, she has worked tirelessly for charity, whether with the Archie Foundation, Friends of Anchor, or Befriend a Child. And now, Emily is organising this year’s Celebrate Aberdeen parade. She is one of the most impressive people I’ve ever met! #FriendsofAnchor #BefriendAChild #CelebrateAberdeen #CourageontheCatwalk https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/6762277/emily-findlays-cancer-journey/
Neil DrysdaleNov 8, 2024
Sir Chris Hoy’s recent revelation that he has terminal cancer has highlighted the importance of men getting their prostate checked out. I spoke to UCAN chief executive Kenny Anderson and senior nurse Linda Pennet about the organisation’s attempt to create a new rapid diagnostic centre in Aberdeen. Kenny has nothing but admiration for Chris Hoy’s courage. “He has sent out a message which we should all heed”. #UCAN #FriendsOfAnchor #NHSGrampian #ChrisHoy https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/6548989/ucan-cancer-charity-appeal-aberdeen-royal-infirmary/
How friendship with his prostate cancer nurse helps UCAN chief stay committed to the cause

The cancer charity has transformed scores of people's lives and director Kenny Anderson speaks from experience - he was one of them.

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Neil DrysdaleSep 15, 2024
Ruth and Peter Morrison lost their nine-year-old son, Harris Don, last November. It was a tragedy, but the couple have chosen to take part in a series of initiatives to help the seven children’s charities who offered them and their wee boy so much support. They have just walked the West Highland Way and raised nearly £20,000. They will keep campaigning! #KayleighsWeeStars #FriendsofAnchor https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/health-and-wellbeing/6572544/ruth-and-peter-lost-their-son-to-cancer-but-not-without-a-fight/
'We lost our son to cancer, but Harris Don from Skye was a positive boy and we want to honour his memory'

Ruth and Peter Morrison had to deal with every parent's worst nightmare when their five-year-old son was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma.

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Neil DrysdaleNov 10, 2023
Sarah-Jane Hogg lost her mother to cancer when she was only eight, but has done a terrific job as chief executive of Friends of Anchor. She was the catalyst for the launch of “Courage on the Catwalk” 10 years ago and it - and the male equivalent “Brave” - have so far raised more than 1.7m for the Anchor Unit at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary! #FriendsofAnchor #NHSGrampian #BeachBallroom #Aberdeen https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/6249501/sarah-jane-hogg-courage-catwalk/
Sarah-Jane Hogg talks about 10 years of lifting people up with Courage on the Catwalk

The Friends of Anchor chief executive wanted to give cancer patients something positive and has succeeded with the groundbreaking events.

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