Hear first-hand from husband and wife, Declan and Pauline, about how our supportive services helped them individually and together.

Sbba was given a stage 3c diagnosis in 2022 after experiencing symptoms in the Autumn. Treatment didn’t go to plan but the unwavering support she received, coupled with her faith which guided her, kept her strong.  

Mags was diagnosed in 2022 and it was a huge shock for her and her family. Recently she has been told there is no evidence of disease and here she explains the challenges she has faced from diagnosis to now.

Amanda was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2016, but an existing heart defect meant that surgery came with high risks and complications.

Sarah had read about the symptoms of breast cancer and ovarian cancer after finding out her mother had the BRCA1 gene. She still didn’t recognise the signs before her diagnosis in July 2021.

Summer was diagnosed with stage 1c ovarian cancer at 18 years old. She's sharing her story so that other people of a similar age don’t feel isolated and are encouraged to see their GP. 

We want everyone affected by ovarian cancer to know that our specialist nurses are here to support them, so we're joining Helplines Awareness Day to help spread the word.  

While Linda waited for confirmation of her diagnosis of ovarian cancer, she contacted the support line. Speaking to Val helped Linda to gain an understanding of what to expect, feel empowered but also have someone to talk to.

Jackie had been feeling unwell for a few weeks when one day she realised something was wrong. A quick GP referral for tests and scans meant Jackie’s ovarian cancer was diagnosed and treated at stage I and her womb cancer was also found.

Leanne was my sister. She died just eight days after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer.

I knew nothing about the symptoms of ovarian cancer – if I'd have known I would have pushed to see my GP a lot earlier.

Megan became ill while away travelling, and with an initial diagnosis of polycystic ovaries coupled with the pandemic, she didn’t receive a diagnosis until 2021. Here she talks about the emotional impact it has had on her.