Lymphoma Voices
Lymphoma Voices
Lymphoma Action
A series of conversations around topics of interest for people affected by lymphoma, a type of blood cancer and the fifth most common cancer in the UK. Produced by Lymphoma Action, the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting people affected by the condition. Lymphoma Action is the only charity in the UK dedicated to supporting people affected by lymphoma. We are here to make sure that everyone affected by the condition receives the best possible information, support, treatment and care. Our services include a Freephone helpline, support group network, buddy service, medical information, conferences for those affected by lymphoma, and education and training for healthcare professionals. We would like to thank all of our incredible supporters whose generous donations enable us to offer all our essential support services free of charge. As an organisation we do not receive any government or NHS funding and so every penny received is truly valued. From everyone at Lymphoma Action and on behalf of those affected by lymphoma, thank you. For further information visit: www.lymphoma-action.org.uk
Kicking on
Scotland sevens international rugby union player and Team GB member, Robbie Fergusson, and Lymphoma Action volunteer Mike Taylor both reflect on their experiences with lymphoma. Robbie talks about the impact of his Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis on his career at the time, his recovery post-treatment and his experience of taking part in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Sep 2, 2021
34 min
Enhanced supportive care and its role within the holistic management of lymphoma
Palliative Care Consultant and NHS England National Clinical Director for Enhanced Supportive Care, Dr Dan Monnery talks about the principles of enhanced supportive care (ESC), the benefits to this approach and how it differs from other types of care, and his wish that ESC be offered to everyone receiving a cancer diagnosis.
Sep 1, 2021
35 min
The last living sperm in the facility
Poet, author and illustrator Giles Andreae reflects on his lymphoma experience. He talks about an extraordinary initial diagnosis (3:32), his determination to preserve his fertility (8:43) and his treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma (19:36). He explains why he only wants to write about love and happiness (32:00) and how a later cancer diagnosis was even more challenging (33:30).
Jul 6, 2021
40 min
Being in the company of people
In this podcast, Bridgerton and Derry Girls star Jamie Beamish talks about his experience of Hodgkin lymphoma, the impact his diagnosis had on his career at the time and the stem cell transplant he received as part of his treatment.
Mar 22, 2021
35 min
Little rocks and lollipops
In this podcast, Emma talks to us about her experience of supporting her sister, Sarah, who has a diagnosis of lymphoma.
Feb 10, 2021
34 min
Looking to the future and the kindness of strangers
In this podcast, sisters Sarah and Emma talk to us about Sarah's diagnosis of lymphoma in 2020, and the emotional challenges of supporting a loved one at a distance
Feb 10, 2021
30 min
Focusing on your wellbeing
Angela Waind talks to us about emotional wellbeing and mental health, the links with physical health, and strategies to help support positive mental wellbeing.
Dec 16, 2020
29 min
Why I find lymphoma so interesting
In this podcast, consultant haematologist Dr Graham Collins talks to Lymphoma Action's Anne Hook about why he feels that lymphoma is so interesting.
Dec 3, 2020
25 min
The role of the GP in managing lymphoma
Dr Sarah Jarvis joins Stephen Scowcroft from Lymphoma Action in a discussion about lymphoma, the fifth most common cancer in the UK.
Aug 26, 2020
17 min