Patient Stories
Written by people who have suffered with Oesophageal or Gastric Cancer.
Andy Lee: Beating Stomach Cancer
Andy’s Story In 2014, following a period of feeling unwell, an endoscopy showed I had a 5.5cm tumour at the
Congratulations are in order!
Everyone at OPA Cancer Charity was delighted to receive a wonderful email from Johanna Smith sharing some very special news
Not Just Heartburn: A Survivor’s Story, Leila Collier
My name is Leila; I am a 44-year-old female. I don’t drink, don’t smoke, eat healthily, love spin classes, swimming,
David Hair – Patient Story
Listen to David’s inspiring journey with oesophageal cancer.
Carolyn Harrison – Patient & OPA Ambassador
Listen to Carolyn’s inspiring journey with oesophageal cancer, and her ongoing dedication in supporting others as an OPA Ambassador. https://youtube.com/watch?v=ddl6FaY8rMs%3Ffeature%3Dshare
Ron Lumb: My Journey Through Gastric Cancer
So, my story begins in 2004/5 when a routine check-up because I was having difficulty in swallowing some foods i.e.
Lisa Hubball – Oesophageal Cancer Patient Story
In early 2023 I started to experience what I presumed was heartburn although I had never really suffered with it
Andy Eeles Patient Story – “I had never heard of it!”
“In December 2021 I had a phone call from an old boss who had become a long-time friend. He announced
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