The team who took part in the event in the Concourse at the University Hospital of Wales
Staff from Cardiff and Vale University Health Board’s Gynaecological Oncology department recently held an event in the Concourse at the University Hospital of Wales to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.
The team took on a static cycling challenge to raise funds for Ovarian Cancer Action, and set themselves the task of cycling from South Wales to North Wales. Staff gave 15 minutes of their own time to take part in the event, and they managed to get as far as Welshpool in miles!
The team also manned a stand giving out information and advice to passers by about ovarian cancer and the signs and symptoms associated with it.
In the UK, around 7,100 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year.
It’s the fifth most common cancer among women after breast cancer, bowel cancer, lung cancer and cancer of the uterus (womb).
Ovarian cancer is most common in women who have been through the menopause (usually over the age of 50), although it can affect women of any age.
As the symptoms of ovarian cancer can be similar to those of other conditions, it can be difficult to recognise. However, there are early symptoms to look out for, such as persistent bloating, pain in the pelvis and lower stomach, and difficulty eating.
It’s important to see your GP if you experience these symptoms, particularly over a long period of time.
Rachel Burton, Director of Operations for the Children and Women’s Clinical Board said: “I’d like to thank the team for taking part in this event to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and for going the extra mile on the static bikes to raise money for this worthwhile cause.”
