In this enlightening episode of Chatterbox, our host Shirley Moore is joined by Cathie Cooper, a Macmillan breast cancer nurse specialist, and Tracy Pound, a radiographer from the breast care unit at Medway Maritime Hospital. As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the trio delve into the importance of early detection, the role of the National Breast Screening Programme, and the support available for those affected by breast cancer. Cathie and Tracy share their invaluable insights on self-examination techniques, dispel common myths surrounding breast cancer, and emphasise the significance of open conversations about this often-taboo subject. Tune in to learn how awareness and proactive health measures can save lives.

Introduction to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Cathie's Role as a Macmillan Nurse.

Tracy's Role as a Radiographer.

Importance of Early Detection.

Common Myths and Misconceptions.

Signs and Symptoms to Look Out For.

What to Do If You Find Something Abnormal.

Available Support for Those Diagnosed.

Statistics on Breast Cancer Detection.

Final Thoughts on Breast Health Awareness.

For more information and resources, visit: Macmillan Cancer Support and Hospital Radio Medway.

Hospital Radio Medway's Dave Mcintosh chats to Richard Fletcher 'Fletch', about his cancer journey.

Fletch describes his discovery, confirmation, treatment and recovery. He also tells us about how it affected him and his family and friends.

Fletch also tells us how Macmillan Cancer Support helped him and his family.

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/

And the understanding and support from the Oncology department at Maidstone Hospital.

For links to more podcast episodes visit: https://www.hospitalradiomedway.co.uk/

Hospital Radios Gordon Clark chats to Mica Bale about Winston's Wish who provide online bereavement information, advice and support for young people across the UK who are grieving the death of someone important to them.

They also provide help and information to people dealing with bereaved young people, such as family members or schools etc.

https://www.winstonswish.org

To speak with someone from Winston's Wish bereavement team call freephone 08088 020 21, email ask@winstonswish.org or chat online (click the blue ‘chat with us’ button on the bottom right of your screen).