“I knew that something was not right”
10 years on, Claire reflects on her diagnosis of ovarian cancer.
My journey with cervical cancer
Gayle writes about her experience of cervical cancer, the emotional impact and messaging, and the importance of representation in stories like hers.
“I’d never heard of vulval cancer”
“I want to share my experience of being diagnosed with vulval cancer, what it’s taught me about trusting myself, and how much where you live can impact the care you receive.”
“My story is not unusual.”
10 years after her diagnosis, Jo reflects on her diagnosis of ovarian cancer at a late stage. She talks about the importance of listening to your body, and the need for more ovarian cancer research.
“Cancer and treatment side effects will not control who I am”
Abi writes about her diagnosis of cervical cancer and treatment.
“I’m so grateful that I found Ask Eve. Without them I would have been totally lost.”
Bagi shares her story of being diagnosed with womb cancer. Throughout her diagnosis and treatment, Bagi contacted Ask Eve, our free and confidential nurse information service.
Speaking up about pain and getting the right support
Daniella reflects on her mucinous ovarian cancer diagnosis and advocating to get her symptoms checked out.
It’s 10 years since I had cervical cancer
Kate reflects on her diagnosis of cervical cancer a decade on and shares 10 things she wants people to know.
“It’s about making sure you keep banging the drum.”
Joanne writes about her experience of cervical cancer symptoms, pushing for a diagnosis and what she wants everyone to know about knowing your normal.
Angela’s Legacy: £250,000 raised and hope for many
When diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer in 2012, Angela began fundraising. Now 13 years later, Angela’s Fund has raised an incredible £250,000.
“Cancer is the journey no one wants to take”
Sbba blogs about her ovarian cancer diagnosis, the importance of symptom awareness and her hopes for earlier detection.
“Helping somebody else helps me”
Kathy shares her story of vaginal cancer.
“I was told that I was too young for womb cancer”
Gemma reflects on how tracking her periods helped her monitor changes and get help.
“We could eradicate cervical cancer, just imagine that”
Ellie writes about her diagnosis of cervical cancer.
“I started bleeding heavily and had to miss my swimming lessons”
Jackie shares her story of being diagnosed with womb cancer after having heavy bleeding.
“If I had more knowledge on the subject, I would have got the vaccine without hesitation”
Biba blogs about her experience of finding out she had HPV and cervical cell changes for HPV Awareness Day.
Shaun took on Snowdon at Night in memory of his wife Jackie
Shaun writes about his experience taking on the Snowdon at Night Trek, in memory of his wife Jackie.
“I always say, if it don’t feel right, get it checked out”
Shalisha writes about her experience of ovarian cancer.
“It is so important to know what things look and feel like and to know your normal”
Helen shares her experience of her vulval cancer diagnosis.
“How do you tell everyone you love that you have cancer?”
Mandy was diagnosed with vulval cancer in 2012, and has had 7 surgeries since. She tells us about how her cancer has affected her whole family.
“I am determined to see a future where the experiences I had are no longer the reality”
Emma joined us at the “Reception to celebrate Scotland’s progress towards eliminating cervical cancer” convened by MSD with support from The Eve Appeal. She shared her story of her cervical cancer diagnosis and advocacy work.
‘From Grief to Love’ a book covering 4,300-miles
We hear about his emotional journey, from the grief at the loss of his wife from cervical cancer to his healing through this epic journey.
“I just woke up one day and looked pregnant”
Sunita shares her story of being diagnosed with ovarian cancer to raise awareness and break taboos.
“My consultant said, “you’ll be back at work in 2 weeks””
Mandy reflects on her cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment nine years ago.
“We are our own best advocates”
Celeste shares her experience of getting diagnosed with a rare womb cancer and highlights the importance of knowing your normal.
‘It felt like I had lost my womanhood’
Zoe blogs about her experience of being diagnosed with lichen sclerosus and vulval cancer to raise awareness and support further generations of girls, women, mothers and grandmothers to talk about their vulvas with confidence.
“Finding out you carry these alterations comes with big decisions”
Carly shares her story of having a BRCA gene alteration, and both her and her sister’s cancer journeys.
“Grieving the loss of an ovary”
Izy shares her story of her diagnosis and journey with a borderline ovarian tumour.