Changemakers of Sheffield Event -MRI Appeal

Changemakers of Sheffield Event -MRI Appeal

See It. Treat It. Appeal

Weston Park Cancer Charity's biggest ever appeal.

  • Raising £1.85 million for Sheffield’s first-ever MRI simulator
  • Sharper, faster diagnoses → shorter treatment, better outcomes
  • World-class care in Sheffield → attracting top specialists
  • Every £1 donated is doubled thanks to Westfield Health

Our CEO, Hannah, is a proud member of the appeal board, helping drive this campaign forward.

Changemakers of Sheffield Event – Tuesday 14th October 2025, Westfield Health Building, Sheffield

This October, we’re hosting an exclusive, invite-only morning event at Westfield Health to celebrate Sheffield’s leaders, innovators, and community changemakers.

Attendees will enjoy:

  • Inspiring talks from local change-makers sharing how they’re making a real difference in Sheffield
  • Networking opportunities with other leaders, entrepreneurs, and community influencers
  • Breakfast and refreshments in a relaxed, professional setting
  • Opportunities to support the See It. Treat It. appeal and make an immediate impact to the appeal

Join a room full of Sheffield’s brightest and boldest - learn, connect, and be part of something that matters.

08:00 ARRIVAL & BREAKFAST

08:30 START TALKS/ NETWORKING

10:00 FINISH

About the Appeal

The See It. Treat It. appeal is funding a state-of-the-art MRI simulator, this advanced machine provides superior scans, allowing for more precise targeting of cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.

Only five cancer centres in the country have a dedicated cancer MRI simulator scanner such as this. We want the next to be here in South Yorkshire.

This means:

  • Improved patient outcomes
  • Reduction in side effects
  • Increased cancer survival rates

Immediate impact on patient care Bottom line: faster answers, smarter treatment, and care that stays close to home.

Standard CT Scanner vs MRI Simulator

While standard CT and MRI machines show the body’s structures, they can’t reveal how cancer cells are behaving. The MRI simulator provides this crucial insight, helping doctors plan treatment with pinpoint accuracy.

Real Impact

"As a former prostate cancer patient who endured 20 exhausting trips for radiotherapy at Weston Park, I have to say the reduction to five trips will make a colossal difference to people’s lives.

It is a complete game-changer that will ease the burden and lessen the exhaustion of cancer treatment.

I am still struggling with the side effects of radiotherapy a year on, and the MRI Simulator has the ability to reduce side effects.

It’s safe to say the MRI Simulator could have changed my life if it was available at the time of my diagnosis.

The scanner will allow for much greater accuracy in targeting cancer cells whilst sparing healthy tissue. From a personal level and for the benefit of future patients this represents a monumental shift and one massive advantage.

MIKE BROWN

How You Can Help

  • Donate now - every pound is matched by Westfield Health, doubling your impact
  • Spread the word - share the appeal with friends, colleagues, and community
  • Support events - like Changemakers of Sheffield, helping bring world-class care closer to home

Every contribution matters.

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