Vikki was diagnosed with cervical cancer shortly after turning 25 years old. She was referred to The Royal Marsden where she underwent surgery and was then cancer free for four years. However, at her five-year scan, her results showed as abnormal.
Read MoreI was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in January 2023. I was devastated just by the word cancer, as I think we all are when we hear it.
Read MoreWhatever way you look at it, a hysterectomy is a big thing but to me when a total hysterectomy was the next option I didn’t have to think about it at all.
Read MoreIf you are concerned about your symptoms and you are continuing to be dismissed, don’t be afraid to advocate for yourself as you know your body better than anyone.
Read More58-year-old Nicky was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in April 2022, eight months after she'd had surgery to remove a mass from her abdomen.
Read MoreLouise was diagnosed with vulval cancer for the first time when she was just 27 years old. She was treated successfully but the cancer returned 16 years later, in January 2023.
Read MoreWe must encourage women to talk openly about their gynaecological health, to raise awareness and understanding of the five gynae cancers and to appreciate what feels right for their bodies.
Read MoreI am passionate about spreading the message about ovarian cancer symptoms as I had no idea what they were.
Read MoreKay died at home next to her husband Steve, on 4th June 2021 - she left two children Ollie (8 at the time) and Daphne (7).
Read More‘sadly, there is a stigma to having dialogue on gynaecological matters. I did not tell several friends, family or colleagues about my diagnosis as I was too embarrassed of open dialogue on the topic. Talking about and understanding the symptoms of the 5 gynae cancers will save lives.’
Read More“The message I want to get to women is please “get familiar with your fanny”, we are so good at checking our boobs but how often do we take a mirror to have a good old look down there?”
Read More“Having a hysterectomy is not the end of the world, it is only the beginning of a new world and the start of many adventures, fun and endless new possibilities. It’s about sharing my story and helping other women cope with this life-changing experience that does affect a woman emotionally, mentally, physically, psychologically and spiritually and on many levels it’s a journey of self discovery and renewed hope.”
Read More“Looking ahead to the next steps and keeping positive was a constant driver. Keep moving forward.”
Read More“Awareness around gynaecological cancers, particularly in young women, is so low."
Read More“I’m feeling positive… getting a cancer diagnosis does not necessarily mean end of life.”
Read More“If I hadn’t attended cervical screening last year, I might still be unaware I have cancer”
Read MoreThe following story of a woman’s experiences of vulva cancer has been shared with us anonymously.
Read MoreAs the country starts to come out of the pandemic, I too feel like I am starting to emerge back into the world.
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