Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Tumours affecting the eye

February 15, 2024 11:46 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MB

Tumours affecting the eye are rare, but it’s still important to raise awareness, as outcomes from eye cancer are good when presented early. In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy explain the signs and symptoms to be aware of.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Cancers of the Urinary Tract

January 31, 2024 11:36 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MB

In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy talk about cancers of the kidney and urinary tract, highlighting the symptoms associated with these types of cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Blood Cancer

January 17, 2024 13:44 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MB

Blood cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK. Blood cancer is a term that is used to describe many different types of cancer that arise in the blood, bone marrow or lymphatic. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy explain the differences and the signs to look out for.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Early Signs of Cancer

September 12, 2023 11:43 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MB

In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy talk about the importance of seeking professional advice early when you are concerned that things are not quite right and that you may have cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Malignant Melanomas

August 16, 2023 11:20 - 7 minutes - 6.87 MB

We all enjoy spending time outdoors especially when the sun shines but we have to remember to be sun smart! In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy talk about malignant melanomas and how to recognise the signs and symptoms.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Gynaecological Cancer Awareness

August 10, 2023 10:24 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MB

In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy talk about Gynaecological cancer awareness – focusing on cancer awareness in the organs related to the female reproductive system and, as such, are seen only in women – ovarian, cervical and vulval cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Common Cancers

July 20, 2023 11:35 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MB

Although cancers can occur within most organs or tissues in our bodies, statistics tell us that the majority of tumours arise from within just five tissues – skin, prostate, breast, bowel and lung. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the signs and symptoms of these individual cancers to provide a broad picture of what to look out in order to get the best chance of survival through an early diagnosis.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Sarcomas

March 15, 2023 12:16 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MB

In this podcast Malcolm & Sandy talk about sarcomas. These are relatively rare tumours affecting around 3,300 individuals every year in the UK. The symptoms of sarcomas are often vague but persistent, so take a listen to learn about what signs to look out for.

Isle of Man Cancer Association - Young People’s Cancer Awareness

January 23, 2023 13:12 - 6 minutes - 5.58 MB

Teenage and young adult cancers is a topic we have not spoken about before. Although rare, cancer can still affect individuals in the age group 13 to 24 and this accounts for just under 1% of all cancers. Sandy & Malcolm talk through some of the signs to look out for.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Screening

December 16, 2022 13:41 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MB

In this podcast we talk about the rationale behind cancer screening programmes. At present, there are three screening programmes on the Island for cervical, breast and bowel cancer. A frequently asked question, though, is why screening programmes are not available for other tumours. Listen to find out more about it.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Leukaemia

November 07, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MB

In this podcast, Sandy & Malcolm talk about leukaemia. Leukaemia is a type of blood cancer that affects blood cells in your bone marrow – usually white blood cells. There are four common types, affecting around 8,600 people in the UK. Signs and symptoms of leukaemia and blood cancers generally are notoriously vague and non-specific so listen to find out more.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - I've Noticed Some Blood

October 12, 2022 11:22 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MB

The message in this podcast is that if you notice the presence of blood when you are not expecting it, please go and seek advice from a healthcare professional. It may be caused by something simple, but it could be the first indication of a developing tumour. We know that early diagnosis and early treatment, whatever the cause, leads to better outcomes.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Stomach Cancer Awareness

September 06, 2022 12:19 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MB

In this podcast, Sandy & Malcolm talk about stomach cancer awareness. Although it is not the most common form of cancer, over 7,000 people are diagnosed in the UK each year with this type of cancer, so it’s important to know a little more about the signs and symptoms and to visit your GP if you have concerns.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - I've Got a Cough

August 17, 2022 10:41 - 4 minutes - 4.25 MB

Coughs are a frequent symptom that affects us all at varying times throughout the year, although they do tend to occur more so in the colder winter months. We all know what a cough sounds like, but what actually is a cough and when should we be concerned to make an appointment to see our GP? Listen to Malcolm & Sandy’s podcast to find out more.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - I've Got a Lump

June 30, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MB

In this podcast, Sandy & Malcolm talk about lumps and what to do if you find one. Lumps are probably the commonest reason for someone going to their GP, concerned they might have cancer. Learn to be more body aware and if you find anything new, as we always say, get it checked out by your GP or Practice Nurse.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Lung Cancer Awareness

June 23, 2022 10:04 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MB

Lung cancer is the second commonest cancer in men, to prostate cancer, and the third commonest in women, behind breast & bowel cancer. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the warning signs to look out for. They're also joined by Heather Christian, who is a lung cancer patient, to talk about her experience of the symptoms of the disease.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association -Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

April 29, 2022 05:28 - 5 minutes - 5.17 MB

There are around 8-10 new cases of pancreatic cancer on the Island each year. Most pancreatic cancer patients are diagnosed at a late stage so it is really important to be aware of the early symptoms. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the early warning signs to look out for.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Influence of Lifestyle Choices

April 28, 2022 12:57 - 6 minutes - 6.27 MB

In this latest podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about what influence certain lifestyle choices have, on various types of cancer. Making positive lifestyle choices can improve our chances of avoiding and surviving cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Family History

March 22, 2022 11:28 - 5 minutes - 5.36 MB

Do you know your family history when it comes to health issues? So, what role does a family history play in the risk of developing cancer? Listen to Malcolm & Sandy’s podcast to find out.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Oesophageal Cancer

March 02, 2022 11:49 - 5 minutes - 5.1 MB

There are around 9,000 new cases of oesophageal cancer in the UK every year; that equates to approx. 12 Island residents and it's twice as common in men than women. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the signs and symptoms to look out for.

World Cancer Day 2022

February 07, 2022 15:39 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Marking World Cancer Day 2022, Sandy Denning and Malcolm Clague from the Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association speak with Christy DeHaven about the progress in research, support available and symptoms to be aware of. Subscribe to the IOMACA podcast for further information about all different types of cancer. **NB: this conversation contains some graphic content on the subject of surgery and treatment.**

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Testicular Cancer Awareness

December 15, 2021 13:19 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MB

Testicular cancer is rare. However, it is still the most common cancer in men aged between 15 and 45, with 2,400 men diagnosed every year in the UK. If caught early though, there is a 98% chance of a cure so listen to Malcolm & Sandy’s podcast to find out about the signs and symptoms associated with testicular cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Liver Cancer Awareness

December 06, 2021 13:15 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MB

There are around 6,200 new liver cancer cases in the UK every year, that's 17 every day! In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the function of the liver and raise awareness of the signs and symptoms that arise from a tumour in the liver.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Prostate Cancer Awareness

November 11, 2021 11:40 - 6 minutes - 5.5 MB

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men over the age of 50, with around one in eight developing the disease during their lifetime. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy highlight the signs and symptoms associated with prostate cancer.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Breast Cancer Awareness

September 30, 2021 23:00 - 8 minutes - 7.4 MB

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy are joined by Angie Aire, who volunteers for Breast Cancer Now IOM, to talk about breast cancer awareness and breast screening and Malcolm reminds us that men can get breast cancer too so they also need to be breast aware!

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Childhood Cancers

September 22, 2021 09:34 - 6 minutes - 6.13 MB

Every year in the UK, around 1800 children unfortunately develop cancer. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy highlight the signs and symptoms associated with childhood cancers.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Head and Neck Cancer Awareness

August 18, 2021 12:41 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MB

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about a group of cancers that can arise in the head and neck area and how to recognise some of the common symptoms.

Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association - Bowel Cancer Awareness

July 17, 2021 15:53 - 9 minutes - 8.31 MB

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy are joined by Heather Norman, Chairman of local charity Bowel Cancer IOM, to talk about bowel cancer awareness and bowel screening. It is so important to talk about this subject openly - we need to get rid of the “poo taboo”! Early diagnosis saves lives….