Episode 7: Real women, Real stories: Getting Lippy about Gynea Health.

This week, we are joined by ambassadors from The Eve Appeal's Get Lippy campaign, Karen Hobbs and Ann Marie Harris. 

They share their powerful personal journeys with cervical and womb cancer, breaking the stigma around discussing gynae health openly.

For more information:

• Our Ask Eve info: eveappeal.org.uk/ask-eve-information-service 
• Our May campaign info: getlippy.org.uk 
• Signs and symptoms: eveappeal.org.uk/gynaecological-cancers 
• @EveAppeal and Karen - @karen_hobbs Ann Russel @ann.russell.3958 

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Episode 7: Real women, real stories: Getting Lippy about Gynea Health.

This week, we are joined by two inspirational ambassadors from The Eve Appeal's Get Lippy campaign, Karen Hobbs and Ann Marie Harris. Together, they share their powerful personal journeys with cervical and womb cancer, breaking the stigma around discussing gynae health openly.

We dive deep into their courageous stories - from Karen's unexpected cervical cancer diagnosis at just 24, to Ann Marie's viral TikTok journey navigating womb cancer and its unexpected side-effects like incontinence. With honesty, humour, and warmth, they discuss why getting 'lippy' - speaking openly about gynae health - is vital in smashing taboos and encouraging early diagnosis.

About The Eve Appeal and Get Lippy Campaign

The Eve Appeal is the UK’s leading charity raising awareness of the five gynaecological cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vaginal, and vulval. Their powerful research highlights an uncomfortable truth: nearly 1 in 3 women have delayed seeking medical advice about a gynae symptom due to embarrassment or anxiety. Their mission is clear toeducate, empower, and encourage everyone to know their body, recognise the key signs, and speak confidently about their gynae health.

The 5 Key Gynae Cancer Signs Covered in This Episode:

1. Womb Cancer:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding (between periods, after sex, after menopause, or much heavier than usual).

2. Vulval Cancer:

• Persistent vulval itch, pain or soreness.
• Thickened, raised, red, lighter or darker patches on the vulva.
• Visible open sores or growths, lumps, swelling, or changes in moles.

3. Ovarian Cancer:

• Increased abdominal size and persistent bloating.
• Persistent pelvic and abdominal pain.
• Unexplained changes in bowel habits.
• Difficulty eating, feeling full quickly, nausea.
• Frequent urination.

4. Cervical Cancer:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding (between periods, after sex, after menopause, or heavier than usual).
• Changes to vaginal discharge.
• Pain or discomfort during sex.
• Unexplained lower back pain or pain between hip bones.

5. Vaginal Cancer:

• Bleeding between periods, after menopause, or after sex.
• Vaginal discharge that smells or is blood-stained.
• Pain during intercourse.
• Lumps, growths, or persistent itching in the vagina.

Tune in to feel inspired, informed, and ready to join us in getting loud about gynae health!

Don't forget: If you're experiencing any symptoms, please book an appointment with your GP. Your health matters - it's time to #getlippy!

For more information:

• Our Ask Eve info: eveappeal.org.uk/ask-eve-information-service 
• Our May campaign info: getlippy.org.uk 
• Signs and symptoms: eveappeal.org.uk/gynaecological-cancers 

Follow Ann, Karen and The Eve Appeal 

Karen Hobbs and Ann Harris. 

• @EveAppeal and Karen - @karen_hobbs Ann Russel @ann.russell.3958 on Instagram and on tiktok @annrussell03

The Eve Appeal

• The Eve Appeal
• Follow #GetLippy on social media for more empowering conversations.

Let's break the silence, smash those stigmas, and talk openly about gynae health!