Posts Tagged ‘gynaecological cancer’
Symptoms of gynaecological cancer you shouldn’t ignore.
September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM), so time for us to shine a spotlight on it. September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month and womens gynaecological organs include womb, cervix, fallopian tube/ovary, vagina and vulva. Every year, more than 21,000 women in the UK are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer – however circa. 95% of women…
Read MoreGynaecological Cancers: What you need to know
As today marks World Cancer Day, Consultant Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Oncologist Mr Saurabh Phadnis discusses the different types of gynaecological cancers, from how to recognise the early signs and symptoms to who is most at risk and how common they are amongst women. What are the different types of gynaecological cancers? – How common are they?…
Read MoreMr Pisal’s Comrades Ultra Marathon Story
On Sunday, Consultant Gynaecologist Narendra Pisal ran the Comrades Ultra Marathon in South Africa in aid of The Eve Appeal and Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. So far, he has raised over £13,000 thanks to the incredibly grateful donations of family, friends, patients and colleagues. Below, Mr Pisal recounts his full Comrades experience from start to…
Read MoreLong Distance Running Tips
In light of Mr Pisal’s recent Ultra Marathon, we asked our fitness ambassador, Ellie Baker, for some tips on long distance running. What are the challenges of long distance running? The challenges of long distance running are both mental and physical. On the mental side it’s about being able to keep your focus for the…
Read MoreMr Pisal Runs The Comrades Ultra Marathon
Giving back is at the core of what we do at London Gynaecology. We have a firm commitment to fundraising throughout the year, particularly for women’s health charities. With our first-hand perspective on the ways gynaecological conditions can affect women’s lives, we see huge value in raising money to help fund research, care and support.…
Read MoreSpotlight On Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust
London Gynaecology’s Consultant Gynaecologist Narendra Pisal is running South Africa’s Comrades Ultra Marathon on 9th June this year. He is running to raise funds for two charities very close to his heart –The Eve Appeal and Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. In this article, we offer a run-down on Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, including its origins…
Read MoreSpotlight On The Eve Appeal
On June 9th, London Gynaecology’s Consultant Gynaecologist Narendra Pisal will run the Comrades Ultra Marathon in South Africa, in aid of two charities very close to his heart –The Eve Appeal and Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. In this blog, we provide a run-down on The Eve Appeal, detailing its origins and goals for the future…
Read MoreSmoking and Women’s Health
On No Smoking Day 2019, Consultant Gynaecologist Narendra Pisal looks at the effect of smoking on women’s health, outlining overall risk levels for gynaecological cancer and the problems associated with smoking during pregnancy and the menopause. What is the link between smoking and gynaecological cancers? There is a strong link between smoking and cervical, vaginal…
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