Patient Stories
Written by people who have suffered with Oesophageal or Gastric Cancer.
James’s Journey: Overcoming Oesophageal Cancer
My name is James, and I’ve consistently led an active and busy lifestyle. I worked in construction for years, enjoyed
Anna’s Journey with Oesophageal Cancer: A Story of Recovery and Hope
My name is Anna, and I’ve always been an active, vibrant woman who loved cooking, hiking, and spending time with
Sian’s Oesophageal Cancer Journey: Diagnosis, Treatment & Survival
My Story of Stage 2 Oesophageal Cancer I was diagnosed with stage 2 inoperable oesophageal cancer in November 2020, just
Mike Ashton- Oesophagus Cancer Survivor Story
My name is Mike, I suppose I deserved my cancer! After years of smoking, drinking alcohol to excess and bad
Claire Evans- Sharing My Story
Hi, I’m Claire, I’m an oesophageal cancer patient. Two and a half years ago I started having trouble swallowing bread
David Eaves’ Story: Keeping it in the family
David Eaves is a member of the Leeds branch of the OPA since October 2012. Here he discusses his experiences,
John Campolini’s Story
Let me start from the beginning. My name is John Campolini. I come from an Italian background and started my
Justine Wilson’s Story
“My husband Peter, at just 48, was diagnosed with cancer. I wanted to take a few minutes to share our
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