Nationwide Platforms Hosts OddBalls Foundation Cancer Awareness Sessions Across UK Depots
- Meagan Wood
- May 7
- 3 min read
30-Second Takeaway
The OddBalls Foundation has completed a nationwide programme of testicular cancer awareness talks for employees at Nationwide Platforms. The sessions, held across major UK depots and online, aimed to promote early detection, men’s health awareness, and workplace wellbeing.
OddBalls Foundation Delivers Health Awareness Sessions at Nationwide Platforms
The OddBalls Foundation, a UK charity focused on raising awareness of testicular cancer, has delivered a series of educational sessions at depots operated by Nationwide Platforms.
So far, the charity has hosted:
10 in-person sessions
One virtual awareness event
The talks were held across several of Nationwide Platforms’ largest UK depots, stretching from:
Glasgow in Scotland
Southampton on England’s south coast
The virtual session was also made available for employees unable to attend in person.
The programme forms part of Nationwide Platforms’ wider employee wellbeing and health awareness initiatives.
Sessions Focused on Early Detection and Men’s Health
The OddBalls Foundation said the talks are designed to help men better understand the importance of self-checking and early diagnosis.
Awareness Campaign Targets Men of All Ages
The sessions provided information on:
Testicular cancer awareness
Self-examination guidance
Early detection importance
Men’s health education
According to the charity, improving awareness can significantly improve treatment outcomes through earlier diagnosis.
Foundation Highlights Importance of Workplace Education
OddBalls General Manager Kieran Kelly said workplace talks help the charity reach large and diverse audiences throughout the UK.
“Our talks are a great opportunity to deliver important information to men of all ages and backgrounds, helping ensure that testicular cancer is caught early so that it can be treated more efficiently,” said Kelly.
Nationwide Presence Expanded Campaign Reach
Kelly also praised Nationwide Platforms for helping deliver the campaign across multiple regions.
“We appreciate the chance to collaborate with a company like Nationwide Platforms, whose presence throughout the UK has allowed us to reach people in many different regions.”
Nationwide Platforms Reinforces Focus on Employee Wellbeing
Nationwide Platforms said supporting employee health and wellbeing remains a key part of its workplace culture.
Company Highlights Importance of Men’s Health Awareness
Human Resources Director Karen Maguire said initiatives focused on self-care and health awareness are an important part of supporting employees.
“Looking after our colleagues is central to how we support wellbeing at Nationwide and raising awareness around self-care and men's health is an important part of that commitment,” said Maguire.
The company continues supporting workplace initiatives that encourage open discussion around physical and mental health topics.
OddBalls Foundation Continues Expanding National Awareness Campaigns
Founded in 2015, the OddBalls Foundation has become one of the UK’s leading charities focused on testicular cancer awareness.
Charity Delivers Around 1,000 Talks Annually
According to the foundation, it now delivers approximately:
1,000 awareness talks every year
The charity has also visited more than:
7,500 sites during the past five years
including schools, sports clubs, workplaces, and industrial facilities.
Testicular Cancer Remains Most Common in Younger Men
The foundation said around 2,400 men in the UK are diagnosed with testicular cancer annually. Health organisations continue emphasising the importance of early detection and regular self-checking.
Construction and Rental Industries Continue Expanding Wellbeing Initiatives
The partnership reflects a growing focus across the construction, rental, and industrial sectors on:
Employee wellbeing
Mental health support
Preventative healthcare
Workplace awareness campaigns
Many companies are increasingly integrating health education and support programmes into broader workforce wellbeing strategies.
About Nationwide Platforms
Nationwide Platforms is one of the UK’s largest powered access rental companies, providing aerial work platforms, telehandlers, and specialist access solutions for construction, infrastructure, industrial, and maintenance sectors across the United Kingdom.
About The OddBalls Foundation
The OddBalls Foundation is a UK-based charity established in 2015 to raise awareness of testicular cancer and promote early diagnosis through education and outreach programmes.
The organisation delivers talks, campaigns, and educational resources throughout schools, workplaces, sports organisations, and community groups across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What organisation delivered the awareness sessions?
The sessions were delivered by The OddBalls Foundation.
What was the focus of the talks?
The talks focused on testicular cancer awareness, self-checking, and early detection.
Where were the sessions held?
The sessions were held at Nationwide Platforms depots across the UK, including Glasgow and Southampton.
How many talks has The OddBalls Foundation delivered?
The foundation delivers around 1,000 talks each year.
Why is early detection important for testicular cancer?
Early detection helps improve treatment outcomes and increases the effectiveness of treatment.
